Geosesarma scandens

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

Geosesarma scandens

Latin Name:

Geosesarma scandens

Trade Names:

Discoverer:

P.K.L.Ng, 1986

Scientifically Described:

Yes

Availability in Trade:

Not available

Distribution:

Fraser’s Hill, Pahang – Malaysia

Distribution
Source: own elaboration based on Google Maps

Habitat:

In tropical forests. A mountain species. Enjoys climbing. Occasionally found in pitcher plants.

Habitat
Source: Google Maps

Additional Information:

Prefers a terrestrial lifestyle.

Appearance:

  • Carapace – Divided into two parts: the upper part is orange-brown on the right and left sides, with brown in the middle and at the bottom.
  • Legs – Brown
  • Claws – Brown-orange
  • Eyes – Black
  • Underside – Orange-brown

Geosesarma scandens
Source: inaturalist.org