Sally Lightfoot Crab (Grapsus grapsus)

Photo © Clara Natoli

Sally Lightfoot Crab (Grapsus grapsus)

About Sally Lightfoot Crabs

Sally Lightfoot Crabs (Grapsus grapsus), also known as red rock crabs, are scavengers and are common along much of South America's western coastlines. These crabs range in color from a dull brownish-red to pink or even yellow. Their coloration often makes them stand out against the dark volcanic rocks of the Galapagos shores.

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