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Pingtung Crab

Geothelphusa pingtung

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 (สัตว์)
Phylum
Arthropoda (สัตว์ขาปล้อง)
Class
Malacostraca (Crustaceans)
Order
Decapoda (Decapoda)
Family
Potamidae
Genus
Geothelphusa
Species
Geothelphusa pingtung (Pingtung Crab)

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Ze Significant Tooth Crab
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Wutai Crab
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pingtung Crab?
The scientific name of Pingtung Crab is Geothelphusa pingtung. It belongs to the genus Geothelphusa.
What is the conservation status of Pingtung Crab?
Pingtung Crab (Geothelphusa pingtung) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Pingtung Crab live?
Pingtung 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 Pingtung Crab belong to?
Pingtung Crab (Geothelphusa pingtung) belongs to the genus Geothelphusa, which is part of the taxonomic family Potamidae.
Is Pingtung Crab endangered?
Yes, Pingtung Crab (Geothelphusa pingtung) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Pingtung Crab belong to?
Pingtung Crab (Geothelphusa pingtung) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Pingtung Crab?
The closest relatives of Pingtung Crab in the genus Geothelphusa include Chak Ko Shan Crab, Fine Ashisawa Crab, Wu Ze Large Crab, Wide-taek Crab, Ze Significant Tooth Crab.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Geothelphusa — 20 Species

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Chak Ko Shan Crab
Geothelphusa monticola
LC 🐾
Fine Ashisawa Crab
Geothelphusa gracilipes
DD 🐾
Wu Ze Large Crab
Geothelphusa tawu
DD 🐾
Wide-taek Crab
Geothelphusa eurysoma
DD 🐾
Ze Significant Tooth Crab
Geothelphusa eucrinodonta
DD 🐾
Wutai Crab
Geothelphusa wutai
VU 🐾
South Australia Crab
Geothelphusa nanao
VU 🐾
Nan Xize Crab
Geothelphusa nanhsi
LC 🐾
Gray-taek Crab
Geothelphusa cinerea
LC 🐾
Blue-grey Ze Crab
Geothelphusa caesia
LC 🐾
Wang's Crab
Geothelphusa wangi
VU 🐾
Yuen Chak Thick Crab
Geothelphusa ancylophallus
LC 🐾
Sun Moon Lake Ze Crab
Geothelphusa candidiensis
LC
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Pingtung Crab
Geothelphusa pingtung
VU
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Tali Crab
Geothelphusa tali
DD 🐾
Qiu Shi Ze Crab
Geothelphusa chiui
DD 🐾
Huang Ze Gray Crab
Geothelphusa albogilva
LC 🐾
Green Crab
Geothelphusa lutao
CR 🐾
Miyazaki's Crab
Geothelphusa miyazakii
NT 🐾
Two-color Crab
Geothelphusa bicolor
LC
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