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Bieberstein's freshwater crab

Potamon ibericum

Near Threatened

About

The Bieberstein's freshwater crab (Potamon ibericum) is a species in the genus Potamon. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in marine, freshwater, and terrestrial environments.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in marine, freshwater, and terrestrial environments.

Found across Europe (6 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (animal)

Phylum

Arthropoda (arthropodes)

Class

Malacostraca (Crustaceans)

Species

Potamon ibericum (Bieberstein's freshwater crab)

Names in Other Languages

German Iberische Süßwasserkrabbe

Russian потамон иберийский

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Aegean freshwater crab

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bieberstein's freshwater crab?

The scientific name of Bieberstein's freshwater crab is Potamon ibericum. It belongs to the genus Potamon.

What is the conservation status of Bieberstein's freshwater crab?

Bieberstein's freshwater crab (Potamon ibericum) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Bieberstein's freshwater crab live?

Bieberstein's freshwater crab is found in Found across Europe (6 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, Ukraine, United Kingdom.

What family does Bieberstein's freshwater crab belong to?

Bieberstein's freshwater crab (Potamon ibericum) belongs to the genus Potamon, which is part of the taxonomic family Potamidae.

What kingdom does Bieberstein's freshwater crab belong to?

Bieberstein's freshwater crab (Potamon ibericum) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Bieberstein's freshwater crab?

The closest relatives of Bieberstein's freshwater crab in the genus Potamon include Aegean freshwater crab, Italian freshwater crab.