Distinguishing Characteristics |
Carapace circular, inflated, anterior end squared off, short; color pinkish; claw appendages long and slender; carapace covered with small tubercles (bumps); 3 spines on the posterior lateral margin of the carapace. |
Similar Species |
Similar to the mottled purse crab but has no colored mottling. |
Habitat |
Gulf mostly, bay, prefer sand and shell bottoms |
Maximum Size |
4 cm body length (1 1/2 in), common to 2 cm (3/4) carapace width |
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