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Asian paddle crab

Charybdis japonica

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About

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).

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

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Malacostraca (Crustaceans)

Species

Charybdis japonica (Asian paddle crab)

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 Asian paddle crab?

The scientific name of Asian paddle crab is Charybdis japonica. It belongs to the genus Charybdis.

Where does Asian paddle crab live?

Asian paddle crab 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 Asian paddle crab belong to?

Asian paddle crab (Charybdis japonica) belongs to the genus Charybdis, which is part of the taxonomic family Portunidae.

What kingdom does Asian paddle crab belong to?

Asian paddle crab (Charybdis japonica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Asian paddle crab?

The closest relatives of Asian paddle crab in the genus Charybdis include spiny hands.