Carcinus maenas

Green crab
Dwarslöper
Strandkrab
Crabe vert
Cangrejo verde
Granchio

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic

Substrate and environment

The species lives on the mid-littoral coast
The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is found in a sheltered zone
The species can be found between 0 and 200 Meters.
Very common species.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
The animal hunts at night

General behaviour of the species

The species is territorial
Species generally solitary
The animal is fearful of the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 8 cm
Maximum age known : 6 year(s)
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : - Algae - Carrion

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!