Species catalogue

Shame faced crab
Order
Decapoda
Family
Calappidae
Decapod crustacean with a broad, flattened carapace, serrated edges, and a distinctive granulated texture. The front claws are long and slender, while the rear ones are shorter and sturdier. The body is rounded and compact, with short and broad legs. Its colouration varies from shades of brown to hues of orange and red. It reaches moderate sizes, with specimens typically not exceeding 15 centimetres in width.
Characteristics
FAO code
KPG
KPG
Specie
Calappa granulata
Calappa granulata
Type
Crustaceans
Crustaceans
FAO Fishing Areas
- Área 41: Atlantic
- Área 87: Pacific
- Southeast
- Southwest.
International denominations
Italy
Calappa
Portugal
Caranguejo
Fishing areas
