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American Blue Crab

Callinectes sapidus

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美洲蓝蟹（Callinectes sapidus）是北美大西洋和墨西哥湾沿岸最重要的经济蟹类之一，目前尚未被IUCN红色名录正式评估。该物种以其鲜嫩的肉质和标志性的蓝绿色螯肢著称，在切萨皮克湾渔业文化中具有重要地位。作为机会性杂食者，蓝蟹在河口生态系统的食物网中扮演关键角色。

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits montane grasslands and shrublands and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (8 countries), Europe (20 countries), and North America (Bahamas, United States).

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Full Taxonomy

Animalia (动物界)

Arthropoda (节肢动物门)

Malacostraca (软甲纲)

Decapoda (十足目)

Species

Callinectes sapidus (American Blue Crab)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アオガザミ／アオガニ

Spanish cangrejo azul

French crabe bleu

German Blaukrabbe

Portuguese siri-azul

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节肢动物门

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American Blue Crab?

The scientific name of American Blue Crab is Callinectes sapidus. It belongs to the genus Callinectes.

Where does American Blue Crab live?

American Blue Crab is found in Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (8 countries), Europe (20 countries), and North America (Bahamas, United States).. Countries include Albania, Algeria, Bahamas, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Egypt, France.

What family does American Blue Crab belong to?

American Blue Crab (Callinectes sapidus) belongs to the genus Callinectes, which is part of the taxonomic family Portunidae.

What kingdom does American Blue Crab belong to?

American Blue Crab (Callinectes sapidus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).

Native Range — 34 Countries

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Genus Callinectes — 1 Species

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American Blue Crab

Callinectes sapidus

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Data verified 三月 2026

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