Carcinoplax longimanus

Carcinoplax longimanus (De Haan, 1833)
Long-armed crab

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Family:	Goneplacidae (rhomboid crabs)
Max. size:	8 cm CW (male/unsexed)
Environment:	benthic; marine
Distribution:	Indo-West Pacific: South Africa, Madagascar; East Asia, south to Indonesia.
Diagnosis:	Carapace ovoid; dorsal surface convex and smooth; lateral margin with 3 strong teeth in juveniles, becoming small to almost indiscernible in adults. Male chelipeds very elongate. Color: red to pink overall.
Biology:	Commonly occurs in deeper waters from depths of 100 to 800 m. Inhabits muddy substrates. Benthic. Subtropical and tropical climates (Ref. 343).
IUCN Red List Status:	Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans:	harmless
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