Habitat: Present on beaches Distribution: This species has been reported from the Gulf of Mexico to Brazil. Depth: 0-68 m Characteristics: Here are some key characteristics to differentiate this species: Carapace more than twice as wide as long, six frontal teeth including inner orbitals; anterolateral teeth strong, heavily ciliate beneath; chelipeds of moderate size, merus with 3 spines on anterior border. The color pattern consists of a light brown or light maroon background, covered with small, white to yellow spots.