Distinguishing Characteristics |
Carapace almost square, wider than long, slightly wider anteriorly; color whitish with purple to maroon blotches on anterior of carapace, legs and upper surface of claws; last legs regular, not flattened; 5 spines on anterior lateral edges of carapace, anterior 2 form a broad lobe slightly concave between; claws about equal in size; no enlarged tooth on movable fingers. |
Similar Species |
The square body and purple coloration distinguish this crab from other crabs. |
Habitat |
Gulf, probably lives in burrows of worms and crustaceans in the mud |
Maximum Size |
2.7 cm (1 in) carapace width |
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