BODJI Iridjé Marcelle^1,, Soro Mamadou¹, Coulibaly Lèfoungognon¹, N’ZI Konan Gervais¹

Aim: The analysis of processing and marketing channels was studied on the Abobodoumé and Dabou landing sites from March to August 2022. Methods: Commercial fishing data were obtained from management surveys and interviews with stakeholders from Mars to August 2023. Crabs were sampled using trap boxes and scales. Results: Four (4) species in 3 families (Portunidae, Gecarcinida and Calappidae) and 3 genera (Callinectes, Cardisoma and Calappa) were inventoried. These are Callinectes amnicola, Callinecte pallidus, Cardisoma armatum and Calappa rubroguttata. The Callinectes genus is the most diverse and abundant. These different species are sold on national markets at prices ranging from 5,000 to 20,000 F Cfa. The various actors in the crab sector were non-nationals, maintly Ghanaian (42.86%). This activity was very lucrative, with remarkable economic advantages ranging from 5,000 to 30,000 FCFA per day for fishermen and, from 2,000 to 5,000 FCFA for fishmongers. Crab marketing circuit was divided into 4 levels: fishermen, wholesalers, processors and retailers. Conclusion: The results of this study highlight a number of edible crab species. In order to improve the management of the crab sector, it is necessary to train and organise the actors involved in the sector.

Edible crabs, Processing, Actors, Distribution system, Côte d'Ivoire