| Family: |
Portunidae (swimming crabs) |
| Max. size: |
7 cm CW (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 50 m |
| Distribution: |
Indo-Pacific: from South Africa to Southeast Asia and Tahiti. |
| Diagnosis: |
Shows distinctive broad blue and white bands on the legs when alive. |
| Biology: |
Occurs from the intertidal zone to a depth of about 20 m. Prefers rocky areas and reefs (Ref. 343) and muddy bottoms (Ref. 106287). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
| Country info: |
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