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イシガニ (Asian paddle crab)

Charybdis japonica

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The Asian paddle crab (Charybdis japonica) is a species in the genus Charybdis. Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests and mangrove forests and coastal wetlands within the Indomalayan biogeographic realm. Widely distributed across Asia (4 countries), Europe (Italy, Norway, Sweden), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand).

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests and mangrove forests and coastal wetlands within the Indomalayan biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Asia (4 countries), Europe (Italy, Norway, Sweden), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand).

🇲🇾 Malaysia 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇩 Bangladesh 🇯🇵 Japan 🇮🇹 Italy 🇦🇺 Australia 🇳🇿 New Zealand

Full Taxonomy

Species

Charybdis japonica (イシガニ)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese イシガニ

Russian Японский краб-плавунец

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of イシガニ?

The scientific name of イシガニ is Charybdis japonica. It belongs to the genus Charybdis.

Where does イシガニ live?

イシガニ is found in Widely distributed across Asia (4 countries), Europe (Italy, Norway, Sweden), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand).. Countries include Australia, Bangladesh, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan.

What family does イシガニ belong to?

イシガニ (Charybdis japonica) belongs to the genus Charybdis, which is part of the taxonomic family Portunidae.

What kingdom does イシガニ belong to?

イシガニ (Charybdis japonica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

What are the closest relatives of イシガニ?

The closest relatives of イシガニ in the genus Charybdis include サツマイシガニ.