
Community identification
Sea Slater
Ligia oceanica
- Order & Family
- Isopoda, Ligiidae
- Size
- Up to 30 mm in length
Natural Habitat
Rocky shorelines, coastal crevices, and quays near the high-tide mark
Diet & Feeding
Scavenger feeding on decaying seaweed, algae, and detritus
Behavior Patterns
Mainly nocturnal to avoid dehydration and predators; they can move very quickly across rocks
Risks & Benefits
Harmless to humans; plays an essential role in the ecosystem as a decomposer by recycling organic matter