Spanner Crab
Ranina ranina
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameRanina ranina
Other namesHuỳnh Đế crab, Frog Crab, Red Frog Crab
SizeUp to 15 cm (5.9 in) Carapace
WeightUp to .90 kg (2 lb)
FamilyCrustaceans / Raninidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal and offshore waters, sheltered bays and beaches amongst sandy areas
Depth Range10 - 100 m (33 - 328 ft)
