Lybia tesselata
Mosaic Boxer crab
Can be found hiding under small rocks. Lybia sp. carapace has a distinct colour pattern. This boxer crab lives in a mutual relationship with small anemones, which is carries in its claws. The anemone’s stinging cells protect the boxer crab against predators and in return, the boxer crab provides food for its protectors. They have a body size of about 1.5 cm and can be found hiding in scattered rocks. They move very fast and are therefore difficult to find. This species defends themselves by carrying small anemones in their claws, just like boxer’s gloves.
Best Time of The Year
All year
Remarks
Shallow water.
Frequency of Sightings
Rare
Often
Habitat
mixed
Coral
Sand & rubble
DIVE SITES

Types of Habitats

Please note that the variety of critters depends on the season and changes dive sites to dive site

Sand & rubble

Sand & Rubble

Lembeh’s iconic muck sites feature gentle slopes of volcanic sand scattered with debris, sponges, algae, and rubble.

Coral

Coral

Many soft and hard coral species live and thrive here, in the nutrient-rich waters of the Lembeh Strait.

mixed

Mixed

With a combination of reef and muck dives, you can enjoy a world of diving experiences in one location.

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