The body of the shell can grow up to 20 cm long. Despite its appearance the spider crab is actually a herbivore, feeding only on plants. It can camouflage itself by sticking pieces of seaweeds, sponges etc onto its back and legs. This helps the spider crab hide from predators, such as wrasses and cuttlefish, especially when it is younger and smaller.
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