The giant mud crab is a large crustacean known for its robust claws and dark green to mottled brown shell. It inhabits mangroves and estuaries, feeding on mollusks, small fish, and plant matter. Typically reaching sizes of up to 12 inches and weighing around 6 pounds, it exhibits territorial behavior and is a skilled burrower. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Giant mud crab
length · weight
Giant mud crab
length · weight
Giant mud crab
2 in · 5 lb
Giant mud crab
Coomera River (South Branch)
length · weight


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