Brown Mud Crab
Scylla olivacea
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameScylla olivacea
Other namesOrange Mud Crab
SizeUp to 15 cm (5.9 in) Carapace
WeightUp to 1.5 kg (3.3 lb)
FamilyCrustaceans / Portunidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters, mangroves & estuaries amongst soft muddy bottoms
Depth Range0 - 300 m (984 ft)
