Abstract
Freshwater crabs present cryptic habits and generally live in burrows, rocks and leaves among the vegetation, in streams or rivers. The behavior of Kingsleya attenboroughi, a recently discovered freshwater crab already at considerable risk of extinction, was investigated under laboratory conditions for 12 hr in a light/dark cycle. Nine K. attenboroughi behavioral acts were described in six distinct categories: emersion, immersion, environment exploration, feeding, stance and self-cleaning. The present results show a significant difference in behavior between the 12 hr light/dark cycle, but not between sexes. This study contributes to understanding the physiological needs, ecological interactions and to the development of conservation strategies.
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