Blue Swimmer Crab
Portunus pelagicus
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Portunus pelagicus
Other names
Flower Crab, Blue Crab, Blue Manna Crab, Sand Crab, Asian Blue Swimming Crab
Size
Up to 20 cm (8 in) Carapace
Weight
Over 1 kg (2.2 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Shallow coastal waters, estuaries, mangroves & reef areas amongst sandy areas & seagrass beds
Depth Range
5 - 50 m (16 - 164 ft)
