Smooth Pebble Crab

Bellidilia laevis

Bellidilia laevis - Smooth Pebble Crab
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Size: 3 cm

Distribution: All SA coastal and gulf waters

Habitat: Sandy areas

Depth: Mid intertidal to 5 metres

Bellidilia laevis - Smooth Pebble Crab
Bellidilia laevis - Smooth Pebble Crab

This small brown crab is found in sandy or muddy environments. Its carapace is almost circular, with 4-6 white dots arranged in two rows. It can be distinguished from others in its family by the lack of spines or projections on its carapace.