Geosesarma sabanum

Small, typically terrestrial crabs. Excellent climbers. Can be kept in paludariums. Do not damage plants. Live in groups, are social animals.

Geosesarma sabanum

Latin Name:

Geosesarma sabanum

Trade Names:

Discoverer:

P.K.L.Ng, 1992

Scientifically Described:

Yes

Availability in Trade:

Not available

Distribution:

Tawau Hills Park - Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia

Distribution
Source: own elaboration based on Google Maps

Habitat:

Tropical forest floor. Near watercourses. Enjoys climbing shrubs and often does so.

Habitat
Source: Google Maps

Additional Information:

Prefers a terrestrial lifestyle.

Appearance:

  • Carapace – Orange/light brown
  • Legs – Purple
  • Claws – Orange with white tips
  • Eyes – Black
  • Underside – Orange

Geosesarma sabanum
Source: The freshwater crabs of Danum Valley Conservation Area in Sabah, East Malaysia, with a description of a new species of Thelphusula Bott, 1969 (Crustacea, Brachyura, Gecarcinucidae, Potamidae, Sesarmidae) - Peter K. L. Ng, Paul Y. C. Ng

Geosesarma sabanum
Source: inaturalist.org