Geothelphusa dehaani, commonly known as Japanese freshwater crab or sawagani (Japanese: サワガニ), is a species of freshwater crab in the family Potamidae, endemic to Japan. It inhabits clear mountain streams and is known for its small size, nocturnal behavior, and role as an indicator of healthy freshwater ecosystems. The species is also a culinary delicacy in Japanese cuisine.
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of Japanese Freshwater Crab being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
Easily confused with
- Geothelphusa bicolor
- Geothelphusa tsayae
- Trichodactylus fluviatilis
- Potamonautes depressus
- Barusa guerini
- Potamonautes mariepskoppie
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Malacostraca
- Order
- Decapoda
- Family
- Potamidae
- Genus
- Geothelphusa
- Species
- Geothelphusa dehaani
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