DSC_6597 Paddle, or Swimming crab (Ovalipes catharus) concealed in sand. Common on exposed sandy beaches throughout New Zealand and distinguished by the broad paddle-shaped hind legs which are equally suitable for swimming, and burrowing in soft sand. Blueskin Bay
DSC_9982 Purple shore crab, or papaka nui (Leptograpsus variegatus) foraging on rock pool at night. Goat Island Marine Reserve, Leigh
DSC_9978 Purple shore crab, or papaka nui (Leptograpsus variegatus) large male foraging on rocky shore at night. Goat Island Marine Reserve, Leigh *
