Phylum:

Arthropoda

Subphylum:

Crustacea

Habitat:

Hard bottom, red algae community, soft bottom/sand

Occurrence:

Mediterranean region in 30 - 50 m depth
Typical species: Macropodia rostrata

Size:

Appearance:

Red, beige, light brown or yellowish grey with dark lines
Rostrum and carapace triangular
Rostrum long and pointed