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Asian brush crab

Hemigrapsus takanoi

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About

The Asian brush crab (Hemigrapsus takanoi) is a species in the genus Hemigrapsus. Typically found in marine, freshwater, and terrestrial environments. Found across Asia (Taiwan) and Europe (8 countries).

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in marine, freshwater, and terrestrial environments.

Found across Asia (Taiwan) and Europe (8 countries).

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇩🇪 Germany 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Arthropoda (สัตว์ขาปล้อง)

Class

Malacostraca (Crustaceans)

Species

Hemigrapsus takanoi (Asian brush crab)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese タカノケフサイソガニ

French crabe japonaise

German Japanische Pinselscheren-Strandkrabbe

Similar Species in Hemigrapsus

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Asian Shore Crab

Hemigrapsus sanguineus

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Japanese shore crab

Hemigrapsus penicillatus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Asian brush crab?

The scientific name of Asian brush crab is Hemigrapsus takanoi. It belongs to the genus Hemigrapsus.

Where does Asian brush crab live?

Asian brush crab is found in Found across Asia (Taiwan) and Europe (8 countries).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, United Kingdom.

What family does Asian brush crab belong to?

Asian brush crab (Hemigrapsus takanoi) belongs to the genus Hemigrapsus, which is part of the taxonomic family Varunidae.

What kingdom does Asian brush crab belong to?

Asian brush crab (Hemigrapsus takanoi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Asian brush crab?

The closest relatives of Asian brush crab in the genus Hemigrapsus include Asian Shore Crab, Japanese shore crab.