Parapleisticantha

Parapleisticantha is a genus of crabs in the family Oregoniidae. It has been found in Japan, the Philippines and the Indian Ocean, but the depth of this genus is not recorded.

Description

Parapleisticantha has a pyriform carapace whose dorsal surface is covered in small spines. Its short rostrum comprises two horns, and its eyes are short with slender eyestalks.

Species

Three species are recognized in this genus:

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