Crab, Sand
Ovalipes australiensis Marine
| Minimum legal length: | 10 cm measured across the carapace from side to side | ![]() |
| Catch limits apply to a combined catch of blue swimmer crabs and sand crabs | ||
| Personal daily bag limit: | A total of 40 (including blue swimmer and sand crabs) | |
| Daily boat limit: | A total of 120 (including blue swimmer and sand crabs) | |
| Restrictions: | Females with external eggs are totally protected and must be returned to the water immediately. |
More information about sand crabs
A brochure about crab fishing can be downloaded here




