An interestingly colored crab that grows to quite large sizes. It is a typically land-based and omnivorous crab. The shape of the cephalothorax resembles a pumpkin and it appears to have orange eyes due to the colorful spots, hence its name.

Distribution: Central America
Biotope: Tropical, beaches
Size: 15 - 20 cm
Lifespan: up to 20 years
Activity: 24/7
Lighting: 12h, UVB
Temperature: 21-32°C
Aquarium size: 80x30x40
Habitat: Terrestrial terrestrial
Breeding: Singly
Food: Meat, fish food, crab pellets, frozen and live fish food, minnows
Sexual dimorphism: The male has a narrower "arrow" on its abdomen, while the female has a thicker one.
Reproduction: No data on reproduction in captivity
Breeding Difficulty: Beginner
Notes: You can add a bowl of salt water