Stenorhynchus lanceolatus

(Brulle, 1837)

Atlantic Arrow Crab

Range: Eastern Atlantic Ocean

Size: 4 inches (10 cm)

Natural Environment: Inhabits shallow reef areas and seen at depths between 10 to 30 feet (3 - 10 m).

Aquarium Suitability: Not collected for the trade.

Taxonomy:

Kingdom: Animalia

Phylum: Arthropoda

Class: Malacostraca

Subclass: Eumalacostraca

Order: Decapoda

Superfamily: Majoidea

Family: Inachoididae

Genus: Stenorhynchus

FYI: Unsuitable for home tropical aquariums.

Has a temperature range of 68 to 75°F (20 - 24°C).

In the wild they often are found close to urchins, which they use for cover if danger approaches.

Shown here for identification only.