Family: |
Lithodidae (stone and king crabs), subfamily: Lithodinae |
Max. size: |
22.5 cm CW (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 20 - 600 m |
Distribution: |
Eastern Pacific: USA, Alaska and Canada. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
It is found on rocky and soft bottoms from shallow waters to a depth of 600 meters (Ref. 865). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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