Pugettia richii Dana, 1851
Cryptic kelp crab
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Family:  Epialtidae ()
Max. size:  3 cm CW (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 98 m
Distribution:  Eastern Pacific: Alaska to Mexico.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  It is found on rocky substrate from the low intertidal to a depth of 98 meters (Ref. 865).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans: 
Country info:  Known from Isla San Geronimo, Baja California (Ref. 865). C: Ref. 865.

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