NE Omnivore Hydrothermal Vents
Up to 0.5 kg
Weight
Up to 20 yrs
Lifespan
N/A
Top Speed
Pacific Ocean
Found In
At just Up to 0.5 kg, the Yeti Crab is one of the lightest omnivore species (#38 of 41). Found in Pacific Ocean, it inhabits hydrothermal vents habitats.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Yeti Crab | Omnivore Species Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 0.5 kg | 6.3 kg | ↓ 92% |
| Height | 15 cm | — | — |
| Lifespan | 20 yrs | 17.5 yrs | ↑ 14% |
Endemic to Pacific Ocean
Habitat: Hydrothermal Vents
Found In: Pacific Ocean
Coloration: White, Hairy
Behavior
Social Structure
Recorded as Solitary.
Conservation Notes
NE Listed as Not Evaluated on the IUCN Red List — one of 15 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Not Evaluated Species
Ranked #15 of 15 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | Praying Mantis | 0.02–0.5 g | NE |
| 14 | Pufferfish | Up to 0.8 kg | NE |
| 15 | Yeti Crab | Up to 0.5 kg | NE |