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Petrolisthes armatus

Green Porcelain Crab

A small, flat crab that hides under rocks and fans plankton from the water with feathery mouthparts.

Common Name
Green Porcelain Crab
Scientific Name
Petrolisthes armatus
Realm
Saltwater
Biome
Marine Shore, Seagrass Meadow
Introduction Method
Intentional Seeding
Date First Introduced
July 28, 2024
Current Estimated Population
12
Population Status
Vulnerable
Carrying Capacity Status
At Capacity
Date Last Observed
November 02, 2025

Section Notes

Without successful offspring, this species is in danger of going extinct in miniBIOTA.

Trophic Level
Secondary Consumer
Feeding Niche / Method
Filter Feeder
Dietary Inputs
Feeds on plankton
Known Predators
None Known

Classification Pending

Pending

This section will expand as more information is documented for this species.

System Reproduction Status
Attempted/Unsuccessful
Growth Rate
Slow

Section Notes

This species will successfully produce offspring that unfortunately only reach the zoae stage. Predation may be too much for success past this stage. More observations required.

Ecological Role
Clean-up Crew

Biomes This Species Lives In

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