Three Spot Crab

Similar to the Blue Swimming Crab, the Three-Spot Crab is an adept swimmer and a voracious predator and scavenger. Its distinctive three spots give it its name, and its soft shell makes it a favored choice among consumers globally.

The Three-Spot Crab, also known as the Speckled Swimming Crab, is a small crab species typically found in tropical and subtropical waters. It features a rounded, somewhat triangular body adorned with three prominent white or yellowish spots on its carapace. The carapace can vary in color from brownish-red to olive green, with blue-tipped claws. This crab has sharp claws and is an active swimmer, using its flattened hind legs as paddles to navigate through the water. Commonly residing in sandy or muddy substrates within estuaries and mangroves, the Three-Spot Crab feeds on small fish, crustaceans, and mollusks. It is often harvested for food and is considered a delicacy in various regions around the world.