Biology

Jaca de Pau (Grapsus minutus)

A brachyuran crustacean brought to this island by the maritime currents, usually attached to wooden objects such as beams, planks, etc. It also lives on the carapaces of turtles that come to the waters of Madeira.

Locations mentioned in this article

Madeira
Location where the crustacean is found
Waters of Madeira
Location where the turtles are found