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Sand crab - Ovalipes australiensis Washed up on the beach. The two distinct spots are normally a dark red but with this one a bit discoloured. Australia,Fall,Geotagged,Ovalipes australiensis,eamw marine invertebrates Click/tap to enlarge PromotedSpecies introCountry intro

Sand crab - Ovalipes australiensis

Washed up on the beach. The two distinct spots are normally a dark red but with this one a bit discoloured.

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"Ovalipes australiensis" is a species of crab found in southern Australia. Its range extends from Western Australia to Queensland, including Tasmania. It is fished commercially and recreationally, although it is not as important as the blue swimmer or mud crab.

Similar species: Decapods
Species identified by Ernst
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Uploaded Apr 19, 2021. Captured Apr 19, 2021 11:34 in 66 Franklin Parade, Encounter Bay SA 5211, Australia.
  • NEX-3
  • f/5.0
  • 1/60s
  • ISO200
  • 25mm