Fishing for Red rock crab

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The red rock crab is a robust fish known for its vibrant reddish-brown coloration and broad, flat body. It typically measures 8-10 inches long and weighs 1-2 pounds. Preferring rocky coastal habitats, it feeds on mollusks and small crustaceans. This species is solitary and exhibits territorial behavior, often hiding among rocks and crevices. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Traumatogenic

Source: Fishbase

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