Geosesarma sp. Lava

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

Geosesarma sp. Lava

Latin Name:

Geosesarma sp.

Trade Names:

Lava, Spiderman

Discoverer:

-

Scientifically Described:

No

Availability in Trade:

Very Rarely (as of 05.2025)

Distribution:

Ciremai, West Java, Indonesia

Source of graphic: own elaboration based on Google Maps

Habitat:

The bottom of tropical forests. Near watercourses. Near human settlements.


Source of photo: www.facebook.com - Eko Risandi

Additional Information:

Prefer a terrestrial lifestyle and like to dig burrows.

Appearance:

  • Carapace – divided into two colors - red and black/dark brown

  • Legs – black/dark brown

  • Claws – orange

  • Eyes – yellow, white-yellow

  • Underside – black/dark brown


Source of photo: www.facebook.com - Eko Risandi