Mithracia libiniodes

Mithracia libiniodes is a very rare small crab found at a few sites along the London Clay. It is often called the 'Strawberry Crab' due to the very distinctive carapace. 

It is also quite fragile and often is badly worn before being found. 

Mithracia libiniodes has been found at Sheppey, Butts Cliff, Maylandsea and Steeple Bay.