The Ghost Crab is common along the tropical sandy beaches of East Africa. They dig burrows in the sand to escape from predators
The Ghost Crab is common along the tropical sandy beaches of East Africa. They dig burrows in the sand to escape from predators and hide when the tide is in. They are very active at night.
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Location: Mbudya Island, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
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