Adrien Cantat, Frankreich
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Parribacus perlatus was first described based on preserved specimens from Easter Island (Rapa Nui); therefore, the species description does not include any color details of living bear crabs, although these can be observed particularly well in the magnificent photo by Adrien Cantat.
The bear crab inhabits rocky habitats in shallow waters; it is a nocturnal species that hides in sea caves and rock crevices during the day.
In regional small-scale fisheries, bear crabs are caught using traps, as their meat is quite similar to that of a lobster.
Otherwise, the species has not yet been studied extensively.
The bear crab inhabits rocky habitats in shallow waters; it is a nocturnal species that hides in sea caves and rock crevices during the day.
In regional small-scale fisheries, bear crabs are caught using traps, as their meat is quite similar to that of a lobster.
Otherwise, the species has not yet been studied extensively.
