Three-spotted Swimmer Crab
Portunus sanguinolentus
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Quick Facts
Scientific namePortunus sanguinolentus
Other namesBlood-Spotted Swimming Crab, Red-Spotted Swimming Crab, Three-Spotted Crab
SizeUp to 15 cm (5.9 in) Carapace
WeightUnder .35 kg (.77 lb)
FamilyCrustaceans / Portunidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionShallow coastal waters amongst sandy & muddy habitats
Depth Range10 - 80 m (32 - 262 ft)
