Dehani Sawa Crab

Dehani Sawa Crab

The Geothelphusa dehaani crab (scientific name: Geothelphusa dehaani) is a type of crab classified in the order Shrimp (Decapoda), suborder Crabs, and family Characidae. It is a unique species in Japan, a pure freshwater crab that spends its entire life in freshwater areas. The specific name dehaani in the scientific name is named in honor of the Dutch zoologist Wilhelm de Haan, who made contributions to the classification of crustaceans in Japan.