Northern Decorator Crab
Paranaxia serpulifera
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameParanaxia serpulifera
SizeUp to 18 cm (7.08 in) Carapace
WeightOver 1 kg (2.2 lb)
FamilyCrustaceans / Mithracidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters amongst rock pools, rocky areas & reef rich in sponges & weeds
Depth Range0 - 20 m (65 ft)
