Description
The broad-clawed porcelain crab is not often found in the Oosterschelde. This can be caused by its small size, but also because of its hairy appearance. This small animal has relatively large claws, that are covered with long hairs. Mud will stick to these hairs, making the animal almost invisible in its muddy environment.

Size
Carapace up to 15 mm long.

Colour
The colour is grey to brown, with a dirty yellow bottom side.

Habitat
In tidal waters, in areas with muddy floors, hidden under stones or in oyster shells.

Distribution
Eastern Atlantic from the British Isles and the Netherlands to Morocco, Canary Islands, all the Mediterranean Sea, Sea of Marmara.