Family: |
Xanthidae (stone and mud crabs) |
Max. size: |
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Environment: |
benthic; marine |
Distribution: |
Western Pacific: Japan, Taiwan and Philippines. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Marginal levels of toxicity were detected in this species which may contribute to human poisoning (Ref. 107779). Found in intertidal and reef habitats (Ref. 102998). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
poisonous to eat |
Country info: |
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