Achaeus Japonicus Pictures, Images and Stock Photos

Closeup and macro shot of the beautiful hairy Orangutan Crab during a leisure dive in Mabul Island, Semporna, Tawau, Sabah. Malaysia, Borneo. The Land Below The Wind.

Orang-utan crab ( Achaeus japonicus ) resting on corals of Bali,Indonesia

Closeup of an orang-utan crab( achaeus japonicus ) Bunaken island, Sulawesi, Indonesia,

Underwater extreme close-up photography of an orang utan crab.

Achaeus japonicus, sometimes known as the orang-utan crab, is a crab of the family Inachidae which can be observed in tropical waters of the central Indo-Pacific.

Achaeus japonicus, sometimes known as the orang-utan crab, is a crab of the family Inachidae which can be observed in tropical waters of the central Indo-Pacific.

Orang Utan Crab (Achaeus Japonicus) is sitting in a Bubble Coral (Plerogyra Sinuosa) in the filipino sea December 14, 2009

Achaeus japonicus, sometimes known as the orang-utan crab, is a crab of the family Inachidae which can be observed in tropical waters of the central Indo-Pacific.

The orangutan crab (Achaeus japonicus) is a master in disguise and are known to decorate itself as not to be seen

Achaeus japonicus, sometimes known as the orang-utan crab, is a crab of the family Inachidae which can be observed in tropical waters of the central Indo-Pacific.

Orang-utan crab on a coral reef near Bunaken, Indonesia

Orangutan crab (Achaeus japonicus) is a small, hairy crustacean species found in the shallow waters of coral reefs in Japan, Korea, China, Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Singapore. It is known for its unique coloration and striking resemblance to an orangutan due to its hairy appearance. The crab's claws are specially adapted for scavenging and filter feeding, and it often lives symbiotically with sea anemones. It has a commensalistic relationship with these anemones, which provide protection and camouflage, while the crab cleans the anemone's tentacles and feeds on detritus and zooplankton. The Orangutan crab plays an essential role in the marine ecosystem as a scavenger and filter feeder, contributing to nutrient cycling and maintaining a healthy balance in marine invertebrate populations.

The orangutan crab Achaeus japonicus lives inside bubble corals or different species of the Fungia coral. This crab grows a colture of brown algae on his body, which transferr in th new skeleton after the mute. It guarantees a very effective mimicry against predators.

Orangutan crab, Achaeus Japonicus, on bubble crab, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. Scanned dia positive image

The orangutan crab Achaeus japonicus lives inside bubble corals or different species of the Fungia coral. This crab grows a colture of brown algae on his body, which transferr in th new skeleton after the mute. It guarantees a very effective mimicry against predators.

The orang-utan crab ( Achaeus japonicas ) is a crab of the family Inachidae (spider crabs or decorator crabs) ,Bunaken island, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Underwater close up photography of an orangutan crab on a bubble coral.

Orang outan crab in a Bubble anemone

The orang-utan crab ( Achaeus japonicas ) is a crab of the family Inachidae (spider crabs or decorator crabs) ,Bunaken island, Sulawesi, Indonesia

The orangutan crab Achaeus japonicus lives inside bubble corals or different species of the Fungia coral. This crab grows a colture of brown algae on his body, which transferr in th new skeleton after the mute. It guarantees a very effective mimicry against predators.

Orang-utan crab looking up in an anemone, in Shark Point, Gili Trawangan, Indonesia

Orang-utan crab posing in an anemone, in Shark Point, Gili Trawangan, Indonesia

An orangutan crab in Philippines

Orangutan crab (Achaeus japonicus) is a small, hairy crustacean species found in the shallow waters of coral reefs in Japan, Korea, China, Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Singapore. It is known for its unique coloration and striking resemblance to an orangutan due to its hairy appearance. The crab's claws are specially adapted for scavenging and filter feeding, and it often lives symbiotically with sea anemones. It has a commensalistic relationship with these anemones, which provide protection and camouflage, while the crab cleans the anemone's tentacles and feeds on detritus and zooplankton. The Orangutan crab plays an essential role in the marine ecosystem as a scavenger and filter feeder, contributing to nutrient cycling and maintaining a healthy balance in marine invertebrate populations.

Orangutan crab (Achaeus japonicus) is a small, hairy crustacean species found in the shallow waters of coral reefs in Japan, Korea, China, Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Singapore. It is known for its unique coloration and striking resemblance to an orangutan due to its hairy appearance. The crab's claws are specially adapted for scavenging and filter feeding, and it often lives symbiotically with sea anemones. It has a commensalistic relationship with these anemones, which provide protection and camouflage, while the crab cleans the anemone's tentacles and feeds on detritus and zooplankton. The Orangutan crab plays an essential role in the marine ecosystem as a scavenger and filter feeder, contributing to nutrient cycling and maintaining a healthy balance in marine invertebrate populations.

The Orangutan Crab (Achaeus japonicus) is a fascinating crustacean that resembles an orangutan with its hairy arms and claws. This small crab is typically found living amongst the branches of soft corals and sea fans in the Indo-Pacific region. Its unique appearance and behavior make it a popular subject for underwater photographers and marine enthusiasts.

Orangutan crab (Achaeus japonicus) is a small, hairy crustacean species found in the shallow waters of coral reefs in Japan, Korea, China, Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Singapore. It is known for its unique coloration and striking resemblance to an orangutan due to its hairy appearance. The crab's claws are specially adapted for scavenging and filter feeding, and it often lives symbiotically with sea anemones. It has a commensalistic relationship with these anemones, which provide protection and camouflage, while the crab cleans the anemone's tentacles and feeds on detritus and zooplankton. The Orangutan crab plays an essential role in the marine ecosystem as a scavenger and filter feeder, contributing to nutrient cycling and maintaining a healthy balance in marine invertebrate populations.

Orangutan Crab (Achaeus japonicus) resting on bubble coral

Orang-utan crab Achaeus japonicus resting on corals

The picture was taken at a Puerto Galera reef in the Philippines. These reefs are so healthy and have an outstanding biodiversity

Orang-utan crab ( Achaeus japonicus ) resting on corals of Bali,Indonesia

Achaeus japonicus, sometimes known as the orang-utan crab, is a crab of the family Inachidae which can be observed in tropical waters of the central Indo-Pacific.

Closeup of an Achaeus japonicus, spider crabs or decorator crabs is a crab of the family Inachidae ,Bunaken island, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Orangutan crab (Achaeus japonicus) is a small, hairy crustacean species found in the shallow waters of coral reefs in Japan, Korea, China, Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Singapore. It is known for its unique coloration and striking resemblance to an orangutan due to its hairy appearance. The crab's claws are specially adapted for scavenging and filter feeding, and it often lives symbiotically with sea anemones. It has a commensalistic relationship with these anemones, which provide protection and camouflage, while the crab cleans the anemone's tentacles and feeds on detritus and zooplankton. The Orangutan crab plays an essential role in the marine ecosystem as a scavenger and filter feeder, contributing to nutrient cycling and maintaining a healthy balance in marine invertebrate populations.

Orangutan crab (Achaeus japonicus) is a small, hairy crustacean species found in the shallow waters of coral reefs in Japan, Korea, China, Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Singapore. It is known for its unique coloration and striking resemblance to an orangutan due to its hairy appearance. The crab's claws are specially adapted for scavenging and filter feeding, and it often lives symbiotically with sea anemones. It has a commensalistic relationship with these anemones, which provide protection and camouflage, while the crab cleans the anemone's tentacles and feeds on detritus and zooplankton. The Orangutan crab plays an essential role in the marine ecosystem as a scavenger and filter feeder, contributing to nutrient cycling and maintaining a healthy balance in marine invertebrate populations.

Orangutan crab, Achaeus Japonicus, on bubble crab, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Underwater wide angle close up photography from an orangutan crab sitting on a bubble coral.

Underwater photography of an orang utan crab on a bubble coral.

Orangutan Crab (Achaeus Japonicus), Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Orang-utan crab ( Achaeus japonicus ) resting on corals of Bali,Indonesia

Orang-utan crab ( Achaeus japonicus ) crawls on coral of Bali, Indonesia