Shawl Crab
Atergatis floridus
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameAtergatis floridus
Other namesFloral Egg Crab, Green Egg Crab
SizeUp to 10 cm (3.93 in) Carapace
WeightOver .30 kg (.66 lb)
FamilyCrustaceans / Xanthidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters amongst coral & rocky reefs often hiding in crevices & dead coral rubble
Depth Range0 - 6 m (19 ft)
