Portunus sp

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Portunus is a genus of crab which includes several important species for fisheries, such as the blue swimming crab, Portunus pelagicus and the Gazami crab, P. trituberculatus. Other species, such as the three-spotted crab (P. sanguinolentus) are caught as bycatch.

The genus Portunus contains more than 90 extant species and over 40 further species known only from fossils.

Fossils of crabs within this genus can be found in sediment of Europe, United States, Mexico, Venezuela, Brazil and Australia from Paleogene to recent (age range: 48.6 to 0.0 million years ago).

Colors

brown

grey

orange

red

Habitat and Environment

Open water

Similar Species

Harlequin Swimming Crab Thalamita coeruleipes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Portunus sp dangerous?

Portunus sp has no known danger to humans. However, always observe marine life responsibly.

Where can you find Portunus sp?

Maldives