Ghost Crab (Ocypode quadrata)

Ghost Crab (Ocypode quadrata)

The common crab of the beach, Ghost Crabs are familiar to any beach-goer. Very active predators, they quickly disappear down the nearest hole when approached

Carteret Co., NC 9/28/08.

Ghost Crab (Ocypode quadrata)

Carteret Co., NC 9/28/08.

Ghost Crab (Ocypode quadrata) .

Dare Co., NC 11/3/05.

Ghost Crab (Ocypode quadrata)

Dare Co., NC 11/3/05.

Ghost Crab (Ocypode quadrata)

Dare Co., NC 11/4/05.

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