Ridged Swimming Crab


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No ridged swimming crab catches logged yet — log one and you'll be recognised here.
This species is in the catalog but not yet linked to any mapped waypoint.
Ridged swimming crabs are minor but feisty catches over coral reefs in WA, NT and QLD. They're often incidentally caught using small jigs or baited hooks in 5-20m while targeting other reef species. Not typically targeted for food, they're more of a bycatch curiosity.
No targeting tips for ridged swimming crab yet — match your gear to the habitat and expected fish size, and check recent local reports before a trip.
No seasonal pattern for ridged swimming crab yet. Seasons shift with water temperature and local conditions — check state fisheries advice and recent local reports before planning a trip.
No mapped spots or marks for ridged swimming crab yet. As waypoints are added that list this species, they'll appear here.