Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Ghost Crabs








Genus Ocypode, these are called Ghost crabs of their ability to disappear from sight almost instantly. Their once Claw is generally larger than the other. I had been to Ullal beach, Mangalore where I spotted these small crabs. Finally, it's a break from posting birds in the previous many posts.
They take in oxygen from the water that washes over their gills, hence they need to get frequently washed by the surf.It was a thrilling experience tracking these crabs and getting larger than life images of them.
All images clicked with a 300mm lens; ISO 200; f/5.4 The setting sun provided the warm red tones.
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16 comments:

  1. Nalini HebbarMay 13, 2010 at 6:50:00 AM GMT+5:30

    lovely photos...the gravid crab and the male one...the snap at the surf is wonderful

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  2. Mary Howell CromerMay 15, 2010 at 4:16:00 AM GMT+5:30

    How can they be Ghost Crabs, I see them ;)...truly remarkable images, love how the surf foam catches up to them. Great entry~ Have a fun weekend~

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  3. depalan, sajuJune 9, 2010 at 10:24:00 AM GMT+5:30

    those are some good pics
    congrats

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  4. KellyJune 10, 2010 at 1:09:00 AM GMT+5:30

    Awesome photos! Ive enjoyed your photos on your blog, and look forward to more and visiting often.

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  5. NEHA SARINAugust 8, 2010 at 4:18:00 PM GMT+5:30

    Awesome photographs...amazing ghost crabs...haven't read or heard before about the ghost crabs. Looking forward for more great entries on your blog.

    Keep up your good job'
    Regards & Best wishes.

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  6. AndyAugust 10, 2010 at 8:32:00 PM GMT+5:30

    What an interesting crab to photograph!

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  7. UnknownOctober 13, 2010 at 1:03:00 AM GMT+5:30

    Beautiful pictures that express feelings. These crabs show curiosity and knowlege.

    You are an excellent wildlife photographer.
    Keep up the good work!
    Many thanks

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  8. Mayte PieraNovember 2, 2010 at 11:55:00 PM GMT+5:30

    Lovely serie!!
    You have a fantastic blog.
    Congratulations

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  9. anushkaJanuary 9, 2011 at 8:22:00 PM GMT+5:30

    NICE WORK...

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  10. UnknownFebruary 19, 2011 at 11:20:00 PM GMT+5:30

    Nice Ghost Crabs...I love seeing them at night on the beaches here in the USA. Glad I found your blog through the Nature Blog Network!

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  11. AnonymousMay 19, 2011 at 12:11:00 AM GMT+5:30

    Thank you for your photos. They are
    really wonderful'

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  12. sutsumaiJune 18, 2012 at 4:58:00 PM GMT+5:30

    so beautiful crab..

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  13. sutsumaiJune 18, 2012 at 5:02:00 PM GMT+5:30

    so beautiful crab..

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  14. NB AJJune 18, 2012 at 5:07:00 PM GMT+5:30

    Awesome pothos!! love it.

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  15. sutsumaiJune 18, 2012 at 5:10:00 PM GMT+5:30

    AWESOME PHOTOS!!!!!!

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  16. sutsumaiJune 18, 2012 at 5:12:00 PM GMT+5:30

    AWESOME PHOTOS!!!

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