Species
Giant Mud Crab
Scylla serrata
Also known as mangrove crab
Tier 1Eating10/10ultralight tackleNSWQLDWANT
0 waypoints15–22 cm (max 30 cm) typical
Regulations
QLD15 cm min · bag 7NT15 cm min · bag 10
| State | Size | Bag |
|---|---|---|
| QLD | 15 cm min | 7 |
males only; carapace width | ||
| NT | 15 cm min | 10 |
males only | ||
Regulations change. Always verify with the relevant state fisheries authority before fishing.
Overview: about giant mud crab
Massive mangrove-and-estuary crab of northern Australia, the larger and more iconic of the two Australian mud crabs. Caught in baited pots and dilly nets in QLD, NT and WA mangroves. Premium tropical seafood.
Biology: Giant Mud Crab size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Estuary, Mangrove
- Typical size
- 15–22 cm (max 30 cm)
- Weight
- 0.6–3.5 kg
- Depth range
- 0–10 m
- Diet
- small crustaceans, molluscs, fish, scavenger
- Most active
- nocturnal
- Global range
- Indo-West Pacific
How to target: Giant Mud Crab angling strategies
Generally fished with ultralight tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- baited pots in mangrove drains
- dilly nets on creek edges
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