Ghost Crab Facts: the Crabs in Holes on Beaches | Animal Fact Files
The ghost crab likely got it's name from it's ghostly appearance, though it could be that they're nocturnal! They are approximately 20 classified ghost crab species living around the world. They burrow in sand though they do require moisture to survive, so they're often found on beaches. If you've seen holes in beach sands, these crabs are the likely culprits! This video focus on ghost crab facts. Let us know what you think of this Animal Fact Files video in the comments!
Scientific Name: Genus - Ocypode
Range: tropical and subtropical regions year round
Size: up to two inches (5cm) in length as adults
Diet: detritus, other crabs, clams, as well as sea turtle eggs
Lifespan: 2-3 years on average
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Ghost Crab NAME 0:00
Ghost Crab RANGE 0:16
Ghost Crab HABITAT 0:35
Ghost Crab BEHAVIOR 0:47
Ghost Crab DIET 1:08
Ghost Crab PREDATORS 1:28
Ghost Crab APPEARANCE 1:40
Ghost Crab SIZE 2:07
Ghost Crab LEGS 2:21
Ghost Crab MALE vs FEMALE 2:39
Ghost Crab LIFE CYCLE 2:49
Thanks / Outro 3:08
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Have you ever seen a ghost crab on the beach? Maybe you've seen evidence of them by checking out their sandy burrows? What do you think of these cool crustaceans??
@MimZik06
2 жыл бұрын
Nope
@al_7365
2 жыл бұрын
I need to eat crab with lasagna
@3456yuhhhjjijZia
2 жыл бұрын
@@MimZik06 66
@stevieadams2157
2 жыл бұрын
They’re pretty cool.. But I wouldn’t wanna get pinched by one that’s for sure lol..
@stevieadams2157
2 жыл бұрын
Can you do a White Arctic Fox video?? Or a wolf video?? Please please!!!!!😊
I recognize those mr krabs eyes anywhere
@andreapatane4204
Жыл бұрын
LOL, that’s a horned ghost crab.
@angelatillis7660
2 ай бұрын
😂😂😂😂
I used to go out with my father at night and watch them travel around. :) Ghost crabs are so interesting! Great childhood memories.
Great video. Would be great to see a picture of one of these guys next to some common object (quarter, pen, banana) for size comparison
Growing up in Hawaii we call them sand crabs. I was curious if there's a reason that the large ones tend to go into the water at night? It seemed at all times during the year you could see all the big crabs going into the water. The only thing I can think of is that they're trying to feed on "Sand Turtles" or what I think you guys call "Sand Fleas".
Nice video Here are some suggestions Sloth facts Chicken facts Conure Parrot facts Brown recluse facts Cape Buffalo facts Pilot whales facts Dwarf killer whales facts Pig/wild boar facts Coyote facts Beluga facts T-rex Facts
Having lived in Florida for pretty much all my life, beach fauna are a fascinating topic for me!
@AnimalFactFiles
2 жыл бұрын
I loved in Florida as a kid and wanted to be a marine biologist!
They cute
I think, crabs are among the most underestimated "critters" on this planet.
Ghost crabs are interesting animals that live on beaches and in the ocean at the same time. They’re not ghosts at all. In fact, they’re types of crab in nature.
I like the Atlantic Ghost Crabs the most because they’re so cute! 2:40 is so awww 😍
Ate best burger ever at his place. Recomended. 10/10
I've seen these crabs before!🤯 Thanks for the video and keep up the awesome work AFF!🥰
I believe the ghost crab may have served as inspiration for Sebastian's design in the live action remake of The Little Mermaid
...don't fall in a hole. WOW words of wisdom
One of my favorite crabs and therefore one of my favorite animals :) I have never seen one but I would love to!
@AnimalFactFiles
2 жыл бұрын
Time to go to the beach!
@Bolt99K
2 жыл бұрын
I HIGHLY recommend a trip to the outer banks, at night the beach is literally covered in hundreds of thousands of ghost crabs. Their numbers can get so high that it’s difficult to drive at night near the beach because theres so many in the road. Its pretty amazing
Cool guys! I don't think I've ever seen a ghost crab in the wild. Thanks for the video!
New favorite channel. Bam!
The crab is awesome
I never thought he was a ghost crab! I thought Mr krabs was a stone crab!
My favorite animal
Great video
I vacationed to the Outer Banks for a couple of weeks last summer and these little guys were EVERYWHERE on the beaches at night.
Very interested 👌 😊
Can you do a video on ragworm please? (Nereididae/clam worms)
The Red horned Ghost Crab is what mr krabs Species is based on
Can you make a video on the common cuckoo?
My dog sticks his snout in these crab holes and sometimes digs at the holes, covering them up with sand. Is he hurting the crabs by doing this or can they dig themselves out?? 😢
I've always known them as fiddler crabs.
I seen a ghost crab at my grandpa's wedding before I remember seeing a hole and putting a stick down it and seen a crab run out it was weird but funny Noone was hurt and the grab found another hole I like these guys
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How can you not like a creature with retractable eye stalks?
Now i know damn well they get bigger than two inches, what 😂
money money money argh argh argh
Mr. Krabs
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How to control ghost grab populations Throw fireworks down their holes
@youtubestudiosucks978
2 жыл бұрын
*no*
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