Family: |
Portunidae (swimming crabs) |
Max. size: |
2.6 cm CL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 55 m |
Distribution: |
Eastern Atlantic and throughout the Mediterranean. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Maximum carapace width: 5.6 cm. Occurs at depths from 1 to 55 m. Inhabits sandy and muddy sand bottoms (Ref. 435). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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