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Mud crab aquaculture


General information

Aquaculture note - Rearing mud crabs
Information on rearing mud crabs including keys to success, diet, shelter and commercial rearing.

Farmed Crabs
Queensland aquaculture farms are now supplying high-quality blue swimmer and mud crabs to restaurants and seafood retailers. You may notice farmed crabs in the market that are female or smaller than wild-caught product.

Fish note - Mud Crab (Scylla serrata)
Information on the mud crab including description, habitat and distribution.

Freshwater aquaculture site selection
Information on important factors to consider in site selection including soils, water, topography, environment and general site location.


 


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