Dromilites lamarckii

Reassigned recently as

Basinotopus lamarckii (Desmarest)

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DROMIOIDEA

de Haan, 1883

DROMIDAE

de Haan, 1883

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Dromilites

H. Milne-Edwards, 1837

Dromilites lamarcki

(Desmarest)

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Dromilites lamarckii

(Desmarest) (spelling ii)

Basinotopus lamarcki is probably the most attractive and sought after crab from the London Clay. The specimens featured here are stunning examples and represent the best that are likely to be found. Most examples are found either in situ or scattered on the foreshore exposures. They are not come by in such good condition on the beach.
 
Male specimen complete with claws and some leg details
 
Front view of the previous specimen
 
Complete male specimen
 
Carapace only