How deep does the Rugose Swimcrab live?

The Rugose Swimcrab (Callinectes exasperatus) is typically found at 0–75 m.

How big does the Rugose Swimcrab get?

The Rugose Swimcrab grows to about 12.9 cm.

Rugose Swimcrab

Callinectes exasperatus

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–75 m
Max size: 12.9 cm

A swimming crab of estuaries and shallow coastal water, it lives among mangroves and near river mouths down to about 8 metres and can reach into nearly fresh water. It eats molluscs, fishes, carrion and small invertebrates, and digs clams from the sand with one claw before cracking them open.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Arthropoda › Malacostraca › Decapoda › Portunidae › Callinectes

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 422037.

FAQ

How deep does the Rugose Swimcrab live?: The Rugose Swimcrab (Callinectes exasperatus) is typically found at 0–75 m.
How big does the Rugose Swimcrab get?: The Rugose Swimcrab grows to about 12.9 cm.