New Zealand Seashore

DSC_2684 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

DSC2684NZhermit crabkaunga waerauPagurusnovizealandiaeantennaebluebeadedcheliceraQuarantine PointOtago Harbour