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Name:
Common name:
Portunus sanguinolentus → Threespot swimming crab
Synonym:
Portunus sanguinolentus → Lupa sanguinolentus, (Herbst, 1783)
Family / Genus / Species / Binom / Author:
Portunidae → Portunus → sanguinolentus → Portunus sanguinolentus → Herbst, 1783
Protection status:
Location:
Nocnocan Island, Bohol / Philippines
Size of the specimen:
Weight:
Easily identified by the three red dots on its carapace, this swimming crab is widespread in the tropical Indo-Pacific and is one of the most common crabs in local markets. Nevertheless, such well-prepared and colorfully preserved specimens are rare to come by.
Please note:
The storage and shipping of this object in plastic foil may lead to the development of a typical odor. Please keep the product unpackaged in a dry and well-ventilated place for a few days and the odor will be reduced during this period.
Tip on one leg missing.
