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Animal realm > Invertebrates > Arthropods > Crustaceans > Malacostraca > Decapods > Crabs > Swimming crabs > Blue swimming crab

Blue swimming crab

Scientific name : Portunus pelagicus


Large swimmer crab, carapace with large lateral spines, a series of 8 small anterior spines (on each side of the eyes), spines along the claws. Blue colour not always present on legs and claws tips. Carapace 20 cm wide. Identified by the two side expansion of the carapace.


Habitat: Coastal bay, Lagoon, Sand

Distribution: Indo-West Pacific

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