Calappa philargius (Linnaeus, 1758)
Spectacled box crab
Calappa philargius
photo by Batoy, Corazon B.

Family:  Calappidae (box crabs)
Max. size:  12 cm CW (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 100 m
Distribution:  Indo-Pacific.
Diagnosis:  The two thick and strong chelipeds are similar in size. The movable fingers differ in forms and functions. Body is brownish-red, with distinct dark red spots on the chelae. A dark red ring is present around the eyes. Anterolateral margin of the carapace granulated. Posterolateral and posterior margins bear around 15 shape teeth.
Biology:  Minimum depth from Ref. 99823.
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans:  harmless
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