Species descriptions

Geosesarma sp. Purple Haze

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 sp. Purple Haze

Latin Name:

Geosesarma sp.

Trade Names:

Buricak, Graphite Grey

Discoverer:

Scientifically Described:

No

Availability in Trade:

Very rare (as of 02.2025)

Distribution:

Bukit Dewa Kebumen, Central Java, Indonesia

Distribution
Source: Image created by the author based on Google Maps

Habitat:

Tropical forest floor, near streams and water sources.

Geosesarma sp. Image 1
Source: Google Maps

Additional Information:

Prefers a terrestrial lifestyle and enjoys burrowing.

Appearance:

  • Carapace – Blue-gray
  • Legs – Purple
  • Claws – White-blue-gray
  • Eyes – Yellow
  • Underside – Gray

Geosesarma sp. Image 2
Source: garnelio.de

Geosesarma sp. Image 3
Geosesarma sp. Image 4
Source: inaturalist.org

Geosesarma sp. Image 5
Source: Indonesia land crab

Geosesarma sp. Image 6
Source: inaturalist.org