New Zealand Seashore
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DSC_2674 NZ hermit crab, or kaunga waerau (Pagurus novizealandiae) distinguished by its smooth antennae, and the large blue-beaded, right-handed chelicera. It's hooked abdomen is designed to fit inside an empty shell, as a temporary home. Common in the intertidal zone. Quarantine Point, Otago Harbour
DSC2674NZhermit crabkaunga waerauPagurusnovizealandiaeantennaebluebeadedcheliceraQuarantine PointOtago Harbour