Yangchenghu Crabs grow in Yangcheng Lake area in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province. The crabs here are big and meaty. They have blue-grey shell, golden-yellow haired feet, big and strong claws. Their roe is golden red and the marble-like fatty meat is tender and white, which tastes sweet and exactly fresh.

Yangcheng Lake is located in a humid subtropical monsoon climate zone, featuring distinct seasons and abundant rainfall. The ecological characteristics are conducive to the Chinese mitten crab's growth patterns, such as their migrating against the currents in the Yangtze River and then growing in the lake. And the fine quality of the crab is also attributed to the favorable water quality of Yangcheng Lake. In particular, the rich content of calcium and magnesium ions contributes to the formation of the crab's thin and tough shell. Besides, the lake features a flat and hard bottom, stable water level, abundant water supply, and diverse food resources. Due to the long-term effect of such ideal ecological environment, the Yangchenghu Crabs have formed unique appearance and flavor. 

Indulging in the scenery of the Yangcheng Lake and the crab delicacy, one can fully understand why the locals say, "it is a shame if one has eyes but never sees the scenery of Yangcheng Lake; one's stomach would never be satisfied if he/she never tastes the Yangchenghu Crabs." (Courtesy of the IP Protection Department of CNIPA)