How deep does the Mud Crab live?

The Mud Crab (Macrophthalmus depressus) is typically found at 0–1 m.

Mud Crab

Macrophthalmus depressus

Group: Crab
Typical depth: 0–1 m

A flat, wide eyed crab of muddy beaches and mudflats, this species lives in burrows in the intertidal and emerges at low tide to feed. Like others of its family it sifts the surface mud, scooping up the organic film with its mouthparts.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Arthropoda › Malacostraca › Decapoda › Macrophthalmidae › Macrophthalmus

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 209419.

FAQ

How deep does the Mud Crab live?: The Mud Crab (Macrophthalmus depressus) is typically found at 0–1 m.