How big is the Boxer Crab?

Boxer Crab (Lybia tessellata) reaches 1–2 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Boxer Crab?

Boxer Crab is found between 5–40 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Boxer Crab?

IUCN status: Least concern (LC).

Where can you find the Boxer Crab?

Found in: Asian Pacific, Indian Ocean & Red Sea.

Boxer Crab (Lybia tessellata)

Key facts

Scientific name: Lybia tessellata
Common name: Boxer Crab
Category: Crustaceans
Family: Xanthidae
Genus: Lybia
Size: 1–2 cm
Depth: 5–40 m
IUCN status: Least concern (LC)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: coral-reef, rocky-reef
Behaviours: benthic, solitary
Ocean zones: Asian Pacific, Indian Ocean & Red Sea

Description

Lybia tessellata reaches 2 cm. Ultra-miniature Indo-Pacific boxer crab. White-beige carapace with brown tessellations. Signature feature: carries two tiny anemones on its claws like boxing gloves. Mutual symbiosis: anemone defends crab (nematocysts), crab shares food. Sedentary on reef 5-40 m. Solitary. Highly observable macro subject. Not threatened = LC. Preferred subject in aquarium and coastal macro photography.

Photo of Boxer Crab

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Boxer Crab?: Boxer Crab (Lybia tessellata) reaches 1–2 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Boxer Crab?: Boxer Crab is found between 5–40 m deep.
Is the Boxer Crab dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Boxer Crab?: IUCN status: Least concern (LC).
Where can you find the Boxer Crab?: Found in: Asian Pacific, Indian Ocean & Red Sea.

Similar species

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 208964)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 4377870)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia