crustacean
crustacean on World Data Ocean: a running collection of 3 stories we have gathered and hand-picked because they are worth your time. Every post here touches on crustacean in some way — the news, the analysis, the deep dives, and the occasional surprise find. A Global Hub for Ocean Intelligence 4 World Data Ocean is a centralized digital platform where researchers, scientists, and ocean enthusiasts converge to explore, analyze, and… New stories are added to this page as we find them, so check back if you want to keep up with what is happening around crustacean, or subscribe to the RSS feed to get them as soon as they are published. Browse the collection below, or head back to the homepage to see everything World Data Ocean is covering right now.
Spotted in Friday Harbor, WA. Is this a decorator crab?
A fascinating observation from Friday Harbor, Washington, has sparked discussion regarding a potential decorator crab sighting. Submitted by /u/hikingbotanist, the video depicts two unique crustaceans observed amongst a population of shrimp along the pier. While initial iNaturalist identification suggests a decorator crab, discrepancies with existing imagery prompt further investigation. This observation highlights the ongoing need for robust species identification and underscores the interconnectedness of marine ecosystems, as explored in our recent article, "The world agreed to protect 30% of the ocean by 2030."
Mole crab seen on Ugljan island, Croatia
A fascinating discovery from Ugljan Island, Croatia: /u/xFailZ recently documented a mole crab, a species often challenging to identify. This observation highlights the rich biodiversity of the Adriatic Sea and the ongoing opportunities for citizen science contributions to our understanding of coastal ecosystems. The specimen’s identification underscores the value of detailed field observations. For further exploration of shell identification in the region, see our related article, "What kind of shell is this? Found in Croatia."
Can you please help me identify this animal? Costa Rica, Pacific coast
A fascinating marine observation has been reported from Costa Rica's Central Pacific coast. A user on Reddit shared video evidence of an unidentified creature inhabiting a rocky intertidal zone, retreating into a hole within the rock structure. Initial analysis suggests a possible invertebrate species, though definitive identification requires further investigation. World Data Ocean’s integrated data ecosystem supports rigorous species identification, emphasizing the importance of longitudinal observations for accurate classification.