European Green Crab

Carcinus maenas

Family: Portunidae Category: Omnivore Max size: 10 cm

Species information

Habitat: Rocky shores, estuaries, mudflats
Distribution: North Atlantic Ocean, Baltic Sea
Food: Mussels, clams, small crustaceans, algae
Way of living: Benthos
Behavior: Active forager, often found in shallow waters. Opportunistic feeder.

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