Petrochirus diogenes (Linnaeus, 1758)
Giant hermit
Petrochirus diogenes
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Family:  Diogenidae (left-handed hermit crabs)
Max. size: 
Environment:  benthic; marine; depth range - 128 m
Distribution:  Western Atlantic Ocean.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  From shallow waters to a depth of 128 m (Ref. 97531).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans: 
Country info:   
 

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