New Zealand Seashore
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DSC_7690 Sponge-carrying crab (Metadromia wilsoni) found on low tidal rocky shores. The only NZ member of the sponge-carrying family Dromiidae. The last two pairs of legs are positioned up on the back, in order to hold a trimmed cushion of sponge, for concealment. Goat Island Marine Reserve, Leigh
DSC7690Spongecarrying crabMetadromiaPetalomerawilsonifamilyDromiidaeGoat Island Marine ReserveLeigh