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Chinese freshwater edible crab

Eriocheir sinensis

Not Evaluated
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Chinese freshwater edible crab (Eriocheir sinensis) is classified as Not Evaluated (NE) on the IUCN Red List. Not yet evaluated against IUCN Red List criteria. Conservation status remains to be determined.

Names in Other Languages

Japanese チュウゴクモクズガニ
French crabe chinois
German Chinesische Wollhandkrabbe

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Chinese freshwater edible crab?
The scientific name of Chinese freshwater edible crab is Eriocheir sinensis. It belongs to the genus Eriocheir.
Where does Chinese freshwater edible crab live?
Chinese freshwater edible crab is found in Widely distributed across Asia (4 countries), Europe (26 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary.
What family does Chinese freshwater edible crab belong to?
Chinese freshwater edible crab (Eriocheir sinensis) belongs to the genus Eriocheir, which is part of the taxonomic family Varunidae.
What kingdom does Chinese freshwater edible crab belong to?
Chinese freshwater edible crab (Eriocheir sinensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (động vật).

Native Range — 32 Countries

Genus Eriocheir — 1 Species

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Chinese freshwater edible crab
Eriocheir sinensis
NE

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