Pagurus maclaughlinae

McLaughlin's hermit crab

A crab that feeds on algae, biofilm, or plant material and transfers primary production into the animal food web.

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Identity & Origin +

Common Name: McLaughlin's hermit crab
Scientific Name: Pagurus maclaughlinae
Realm: Saltwater
Biome: Seagrass Meadow

Population Dynamics +

Population Status: Uncertain
Date Last Observed: June 10, 2026

Trophic Ecology +

Trophic Level: Omnivore
Feeding Niche / Method: Grazing and scavenging
Dietary Inputs: Algae, biofilm, detritus, carrion, and small organic particles

Section Notes

Trophic classification is Omnivore. Food-web role: Algae-detritus grazer and scavenger. Feeding method: Grazing and scavenging. Dietary inputs: Algae, biofilm, detritus, carrion, and small organic particles

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Ecological Role & Symbiosis +

Marine/Saltwater

A marine meadow where seagrasses, macroalgae, grazers, filter feeders, worms, crabs, and small invertebrates compete over light, nutrients, and detritus.

McLaughlin's hermit crab

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Section Notes

Classification Pending

Classification Pending

Biomes This Species Lives In

Seagrass Meadow

No Records Yet

McLaughlin's hermit crab

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Biomes This Species Lives In

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