Species descriptions

Geosesarma sekop

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

Published: 11 Mar 2025

Geosesarma sekop

Latin Name:

Geosesarma sekop

Trade Names:

Discoverer:

P.K.L.Ng & Wowor, 2019

Scientifically Described:

Yes

Availability in Trade:

Not available

Distribution:

Bogor and Sukabumi Regencies, West Java, in Gunung Bunder and Kawahratu Resorts of Mount Halimun Salak National Park, Indonesia

Distribution
Source: own elaboration based on Google Maps

Habitat:

Tropical forest floor. Near streams. Moss and cliffs by streams. Mountain species.

Habitat
Source: Google Maps

Additional Information:

Prefers a terrestrial lifestyle.

Appearance:

  • Carapace – Brown
  • Legs – Brown
  • Claws – Light brown
  • Eyes – Black
  • Underside – Brown

Geosesarma sekop
Source: The vampire crabs of Java, with descriptions of five new species from Mount Halimun Salak National Park, West Java, Indonesia (Crustacea: Brachyura: Sesarmidae: Geosesarma) - Peter K. L. Ng & Daisy Wowor