Macrophthalmus quadratus Milne-Edwards, 1873
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Family:  Macrophthalmidae ()
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Environment:  benthic; brackish; marine; depth range 0 - 6 m
Distribution:  Western Central Pacific.
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Biology:  Inhabits mangrove swamps (Ref. 103132) on pneumatophores or driftwood (Ref. 10133). Also on rocky shores in the intertidal zone, particularly in burrows on pebbly substrates under large stones or in rocky clefts (Ref. 103133). Forages on pneumatophores of Sonneratia alba and on substratum. Bark and macroalgae may be important food items (Ref. 103132).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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