Reference no. | Biscoito, M. and L. Saldanha, 2000 |
Ecosystem | Atlantic Ocean |
Status | native |
Abundance | |
Lifestage | adults |
Regional database | |
Remarks | Known from the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, Menez Gwen hydrothermal vent field (Ref. 2704), at 37°50'N, 31°31'W, 828 m (Ref. 2712), at 8.8°C on pillow lavas, and 20°C very near mussel patch. Average carapace width for males is 11.5 cm, and 9.8 cm for females. (Ref. 2704). |