Pagurus hirsutiusculus
(Hairy Hermit Crab)
© Aaron Baldwin (Photo ID #2164)
Photographer's Submitted Details
Photo Location
Sage Beach, Sitka Sound
Photographer
Aaron Baldwin
Habitat
Upper to mid intertidal zone
Photo Date
Upload Date
October 22, 2007
Elevation (m)
Latitude
Longitude
Photo ID #
2164
Comments
Probably the most common Eastern Pacific hermit crab. These hermits, especially when larger, tend to choose shells that look too small for them. The abundant long hairs, and white and sometimes blue bands on the walking legs are distinctive. The antennae of this species are banded light and dark. Photo taken with a Pentax Optio W10 underwater camera submerged in a shallow aquarium.