FamilyPortunidaeAlso known asspotted swimming crab, lacy crabDescriptionA medium-sized swimming crab characterized by its blue-gray carapace adorned with white speckles and mottled patterning. Like other portunid crabs, it possesses paddle-shaped rear legs adapted for swimming. It is an omnivore, feeding on algae, detritus, and small invertebrates.HabitatFound on rocky reefs and coral rubble in the Indo-Pacific region, typically in shallow to moderate depths (0–30 m). Commonly rests on encrusting organisms and algae-covered rock surfaces.Conservation statusLeast ConcernNotesIdentification to species is tentative; the mottled blue-white pattern and slender legs are consistent with Lissocarcinus laevis or a closely related portunid. The crab's chelipeds (claws) are not fully visible, making definitive ID slightly challenging. Image quality is good overall with strong natural color and detail.Creatures detected3 in frame- speckled swimming crabinvertebrate
- encrusting red algaeplant_algae
- encrusting orange spongeinvertebrate
