| Portunidae (swimming crabs) |
| 20 cm CW (male/unsexed) |
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benthic; marine; depth range 5 - 118 m |
| Indo-West Pacific: reaching Japan and Australia. Subtropical and tropical climates. |
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Carapace ovate; 5 distinct teeth on each anterolateral margin. Color: distinctive pattern of longitudinal stripes of maroon and white, usually with distinct white cross on median part of gastric region; legs and pincers with numerous scattered with white spots. |
| Especially important in markets in East Asia, where it commands substantially higher premium prices being sold for US$8 to US$15 per kg. Minimum depth range from Ref. 121712. |
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Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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| harmless |
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