Mangrove Swimming Crab
Thalamita crenata
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Thalamita crenata
Other names
Crenate Swimming Crab, Spiny Rock Crab, Powder Blue-Clawed Swimming Crab, Wide Front Swim Crab
Size
Up to 7 cm (2.75 in) Carapace
Weight
Under .15 kg (.33 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Coastal waters in estuaries & mangroves amongst sandy, silty & muddy areas often near rocks
Depth Range
0 - 10 m (32 ft)
