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Taiwan's South China Sea River Crab

Nanhaipotamon formosanum

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in marine, freshwater, and terrestrial environments.

Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (animal)
Phylum
Arthropoda (arthropodes)
Class
Malacostraca (Crustaceans)
Order
Decapoda (Decapoda)
Family
Potamidae
Genus
Nanhaipotamon
Species
Nanhaipotamon formosanum (Taiwan's South China Sea River Crab)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Taiwan's South China Sea River Crab?
The scientific name of Taiwan's South China Sea River Crab is Nanhaipotamon formosanum. It belongs to the genus Nanhaipotamon.
What is the conservation status of Taiwan's South China Sea River Crab?
Taiwan's South China Sea River Crab (Nanhaipotamon formosanum) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Taiwan's South China Sea River Crab live?
Taiwan's South China Sea River Crab is found in Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Taiwan.
What family does Taiwan's South China Sea River Crab belong to?
Taiwan's South China Sea River Crab (Nanhaipotamon formosanum) belongs to the genus Nanhaipotamon, which is part of the taxonomic family Potamidae.
Is Taiwan's South China Sea River Crab endangered?
Yes, Taiwan's South China Sea River Crab (Nanhaipotamon formosanum) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Taiwan's South China Sea River Crab belong to?
Taiwan's South China Sea River Crab (Nanhaipotamon formosanum) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Nanhaipotamon — 1 Species

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Taiwan's South China Sea River Crab
Nanhaipotamon formosanum
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