Ocypode pallidula was created in 1846.
Armillaria pallidula was created in 1988.
Ourapteryx pallidula was created in 1985.
Xenophora pallidula was created in 1842.
Nehalennia pallidula was created in 1913.
Ocypode ryderi was created in 1880.
Ocypode ceratophthalmus was created in 1772.
Ocypode quadrata was created in 1787.
Ocypode quadrate
The scientific name for the ghost crab is "Ocypode ceratophthalmus," belonging to the genus Ocypode within the family Ocypodidae.
They are crabs. They are known as ghost crabs because some have transparent bodies, while others, like the Atlantic ghost crab are yellowish. They can scuttle around at about 10 mph, thus making them run away so fast it seems as if they disappear like a ghost.
The Atlantic ghost crab, scientifically known as Ocypode quadrata, typically weighs between 0.5 to 1 ounce (14 to 28 grams). Their size can vary, but they generally have a carapace width of about 2 to 4 inches (5 to 10 centimeters). These crabs are known for their light coloration and swift movements along sandy beaches.
A ghost crab isn't a single type of crab, but is a group or related crabs of the species Ocypode. They have a bit of range in their sizes, as you might guess, but the largest ones run just a few ounces, tops. A link is provided below.