Decapoda Collection (page 14)

Ghost Crab (Ocypode sp. ) adult, on beach habitat, Nosy Be, Madagascar
Ghost Crab (Ocypode sp.) adult, on beach habitat, Nosy Be, Madagascar

Mandarin Crab (Geosesarma notophorum) newly hatched young, Pulau Lingga (Lingga Islands), Riau Islands Province, Sumatra, Indonesia

Crab - Shore (Carcinus maenas) 1st Zoea larva lateral / X 20

Dead great spider crab

Anemone shrimp. Ancylomenes sarasvati anemone shrimp in a bleached sea anemone (order Actiniaria). Photographed off Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Rock shrimp (Urocaridella sp.). Photographed off Manado, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Emperor shrimp (Periclemenes imperator). Photographed off Bunaken National Park, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Anemone shrimp on bubble coral. Photographed off Manado, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Cooked red king crab (Paralithodes camtschaticus). This crab is native to the Bering Sea and the northern Pacific Ocean. Like other decapods (crabs and lobsters)

Red king crab (Paralithodes camtschaticus). This crab is native to the Bering Sea and the northern Pacific Ocean. Like other decapods (crabs and lobsters)

Cleaner shrimp

Cleaner shrimp cleaning a moray eel
Pacific cleaner shrimp (Lysmata amboinensis) cleaning a yellow-edged moray eel (Gymnothorax flavimarginatus). Photographed off the coast of the Maluku Islands, Indonesia

Cleaner shrimp cleaning a divers fingers
Striped cleaner shrimp (Lysmata amboinensis) cleaning a divers fingers. Photographed off Mabul, Sabah, Malaysia

Great spider crab on a rock. The great spider crab (Hyas araneus) is found in the waters of the Atlantic and the North Sea

Banded coral shrimp (Stenopus hispidus). Even though this species of decapod crustacean looks like a shrimp and has shrimp in it name, it is not a true shrimp

Yellow banded coral shrimp (Stenopus cyanoscelis). Even though this species of decapod crustacean looks like a shrimp and has shrimp in it name, it is not a true shrimp

Freshwater Shrimp - female underwater
RD-54 Freshwater Shrimp - female underwater Atyaephyra desmaresti Giacomo Radi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

European Freshwater Crab - adult at night near the entrance of its daily burrow - Florence - Italy
RD-18 European Freshwater Crab - adult at night near the entrance of its daily burrow Florence - Italy Potamon fluviatile Giacomo Radi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Lousiana Crayfish - emerging from old drum underwater - visible difference in size with Palaemonetes antennarius
RD-46 Lousiana Crayfish - emerging from old drum underwater - visible difference in size with Palaemonetes antennarius Procambarus clarkii Giacomo Radi Please note that prints are for personal

Lousiana Crayfish - in old drum underwater
RD-45 Lousiana Crayfish - in old drum underwater Procambarus clarkii Giacomo Radi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Lousiana Crayfish - in old drum underwater - with Fish (Barbus tiberinus)
RD-47 Lousiana Crayfish - in old drum underwater - with Fish (Barbus tiberinus) Procambarus clarkii Giacomo Radi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Pelagic crab (Pleuroncodes planipes) caught in glass with curious boy off the Baja Peninsula, Mexico
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"Exploring the Fascinating World of Decapoda: From Lobsters to X-rays" Discovering the hidden wonders beneath the ocean's surface, decapoda creatures like lobsters and crabs captivate us with their intricate beauty. Through an x-ray lens, we unravel their mesmerizing skeletal structures, revealing a delicate balance between strength and flexibility. Within the vast family of decapoda, diverse species such as crabs and shrimps thrive in various habitats. Illustrated together are barnacles clinging steadfastly to rocks, horseshoe crabs tracing back ancient origins, shrimps gracefully navigating through underwater currents, and majestic crabs showcasing their vibrant colors. One notable member is Astacus astacus Linnaeus – the crayfish – known for its ability to regenerate lost limbs. Another intriguing sight is Phragmites australis (Cav. ), commonly known as common reed, providing shelter for these fascinating crustaceans along riverbanks. In Kejimkujik National Park in North America, an invasive European green crab (Carcinus maenas) disrupts local ecosystems. Its presence serves as a reminder of how human activities can unintentionally alter natural balances. On distant shores of Galapagos Islands in Ecuador, an American oystercatcher (Haematopus palliatus) chases after Sally lightfoot crab (Grapsus grapsus), showcasing nature's relentless pursuit for survival amidst stunning landscapes. Traveling across continents to Sunderban tiger reserve in West Bengal, India reveals a captivating portrait of a yellow fiddler crab (Uca sp. ). Its distinctive oversized claw becomes both armor and weapon during territorial disputes within its muddy habitat. In Tenerife's Canary Islands during October days, we witness red rock crabs (Grapsus adscensionis) grazing on algae-covered rocks – reminding us that even small creatures play vital roles within fragile ecosystems.