blue swimming crab

About

The Blue swimming crab (Portunus pelagicus) is a species in the genus Portunus. Typically found in marine, freshwater, and terrestrial environments.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in marine, freshwater, and terrestrial environments.

Widely distributed across Africa (Egypt), Asia (6 countries), and Europe (Greece, Italy, Norway).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (प्राणी)

Phylum

Arthropoda (सन्धिपाद)

Class

Malacostraca (Crustaceans)

Order

Decapoda (Decapoda)

Family

Portunidae

Genus

Portunus

Species

Portunus pelagicus (blue swimming crab)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese タイワンガザミ

German Blaue Schwimmkrabbe

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of blue swimming crab?

The scientific name of blue swimming crab is Portunus pelagicus. It belongs to the genus Portunus.

Where does blue swimming crab live?

blue swimming crab is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Egypt), Asia (6 countries), and Europe (Greece, Italy, Norway).. Countries include Cyprus, Egypt, Greece, Israel, Italy, Lebanon, Norway, Syria, Taiwan, Turkey.

What family does blue swimming crab belong to?

blue swimming crab (Portunus pelagicus) belongs to the genus Portunus, which is part of the taxonomic family Portunidae.

What kingdom does blue swimming crab belong to?

blue swimming crab (Portunus pelagicus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).