Rice crabs live in rice fields and mainly feed on rice, small fish and shrimp. Due to rich food sources and superior growth environment, rice crabs are fat and yellow, and have a good taste. However, due to artificial breeding, rice crabs lack some game, and their taste may be slightly worse.

Eriocheir sinensis lives in the silt and aquatic plants of rivers, with rich food sources and superior growth environment. Crab meat is more delicate and delicious.