Portunus Pelagicus Research Articles

Effect of the El Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO) Cycle on the Catches and Habitat Patterns of Three Swimming Crabs in the Taiwan Strait

The swimming crabs is a crucial predator species in benthic habitats and a high value in commercial fishery industries in subtropical and tropical Asia. The climate variability caused by El Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO) events has substantial impacts on the catch and habitat of this species. In this study, a weighted habitat suitability index (HSI) model was constructed using logbooks and voyage data records from Taiwanese crab vessels (2013–2019) with the addition of environmental variables to examine the influence of ENSO events on catch rates (CRs) and habitat suitability for Charybdis feriatus, Portunus pelagicus, and Portunus sanguinolentus in the Taiwan Strait (TS). The autumn (September–October) is the major fishing season for catching these three swimming crab species in the TS. A high CR of P. sanguinolentus was observed across the TS, whereas high CRs of P. pelagicus and C. feriatus were recorded in areas in the southern and northern TS, respectively, during autumn. Moreover, the CRs for C. feriatus and P. pelagicus were higher (>7.0 and >8.0 kg/h) during La Niña events, with the increase being more than 40.0% compared with the CRs under normal and El Niño events in autumn. For P. sanguinolentus, the CRs were higher during both La Niña and El Niño events (>8.0 kg/h) compared with normal years. The high CRs for C. feriatus and P. sanguinolentus during autumn in La Niña years co-occurred with high sea temperature and low salinity, whereas the high CR of P. pelagicus co-occurred with high sea temperature and high salinity. Furthermore, the high CRs for C. feriatus and P. pelagicus were observed in areas with high HSI in the La Niña years but were distributed more widely with a lower HSI during normal and El Niño years. The low CRs for C. feriatus and P. pelagicus during normal and El Niño years and the low CR for P. sanguinolentus in normal years during autumn were highly consistent with substantial shrinkage of suitable habitats. Our findings suggest that ENSO events strongly affected the catch and habitat suitability of C. feriatus, P. pelagicus, and P. sanguinolentus during autumn in the TS.

More for less: Citizen science supporting the management of small-scale recreational fisheries

While many global fisheries rely on commercial catch and effort statistics to inform stock assessments and management, alternative approaches are required for small-scale recreational fisheries. In this study, a citizen science program was implemented to collect recreational catch and effort and fishery-independent data using three Western Australian blue swimmer crab (Portunus armatus) fisheries as case studies. Between 2013 and 2019, an opt-in Research Angler Program (RAP) was supported by 102 diarists submitting data from 1,705 fishing events, with direct and regular contact proving important for maintaining participation. Representing the only current recreational crabbing information for the three fisheries, the RAP data proved valuable in assessing management options (e.g. increases in size limits, bag limit reductions, seasonal closures) during a recent review of the Western Australian P. armatus resource. Two follow-up surveys to canvass diarist attitudes towards the program identified a desire to contribute to research and management, and concerns about fish stocks, as key motivations for involvement. In addition, 26 diarists assisted with fishery-independent breeding stock surveys (FIS) to collect valuable stock assessment data. The RAP and FIS proved complementary, as the first provided useful spatial/temporal coverage of catch rates and catch composition, while the second gave a targeted assessment of breeding stock abundance. We demonstrate how the data can generate annual fishery performance indices, such as standardised recreational catch rates and a fishery-independent egg production index, to support a potential harvest strategy. This study highlights a cost-effective and highly valuable citizen science approach to obtain key information for the assessment and management of small scale recreational fisheries, with suggested recommendations for researchers considering a similar approach elsewhere.

Reproductive performance of female blue swimming crab (Portunus pelagicus) from some waters in South Sulawesi

The blue swimming crab (Portunus pelagicus) is one of the endangered species due to overexploitation. The development of hatchery technology is expected to be a solution in overcoming this problem. However, until now the availability of seeds is not stable due to high mortality, especially in the larval stage which is often caused by poor quality of broodstock. This study aims to assess the reproductive performance of small crab crabs from various small crab production centers in South Sulawesi to find quality broodstock sources. The sampling locations included 3 areas, namely Bone Regency, Maros Regency and Takalar Regency, South Sulawesi Province, Indonesia. The reproductive performance measured was the length and width of the carapace as well as body weight, fecundity, egg diameter and number of larvae produced by each broodstock and assessing the development of egg diameter based on embryo development. The results obtained, namely the value of fecundity, egg diameter and number of larvae were different from each region. The highest body size, fecundity, egg diameter and embryo development and number of larvae were obtained from Takalar while the lowest was from Maros (P <0.05). The aquatic environment affects reproductive performance. This can be seen from the infestation of octolasmis and barnacles found in nearly 90% of bone broodstock which is thought to have an effect on reproductive performance. From this research, it is obtained an illustration that the broodstock of Takalar is better used as the source of broodstock.

Determination of the proximate composition of most sought-after crab species from Devi estuary, Odisha, India

Two species of Portunid crabs, Portunus pelagicus (Linnaeus, 1758) and P. sanguinolentus (Herbst, 1783) abundant in Devi estuary, Astaranga, Odisha were analyzed for key nutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids) through standard protocols. Findings revealed high protein content in the females than in the male species. Furthermore, the body muscles were richer in protein than the chelate tissues of the species examined. The crab P. sanguinolentus was nutritionally productive with significantly (p < 0.05) higher protein (173.58 mg/g) and other nutrients (carbohydrates 5.23 mg/g; and lipids 22.95 mg/g) than P. pelagicus (protein 59.58 mg/g; carbohydrate 4.2 mg/g; and lipid 19.93 mg/g). Notably, muscle tissues of female crabs were higher in nutrients than that of males. Further, nutrient content in body muscles was greater than in the chelate appendages. Given the near absence of data on the nutrient composition of palatable crabs from the Devi estuary, Astaranga, it is contended that the information obtained could be decisive in addressing the nutritional needs of the coastal populace and aid judicious utilization and marketing of the species.

Application of Hydroxyapatite scaffold from Portunus pelagicus on OPG and RANKL expression after tooth extraction of Cavia cobaya

Objective: This study was to determine OPG and RANKL expression after hydroxyapatite (HA) scaffold from crab shells (Portunus pelagicus) application in tooth socket of Cavia cobaya. Methods: This study was a post-test only control group design. Twenty four Cavia cobaya was divided into 4 groups. The lower left incisor was extracted and given a combination of HA and gelatin scaffold. Experimental animals were sacrificed on the 7th and 14th day. The amount of OPG and RANKL expression was calculated under a light microscope at 1000x magnification. The statistical analysis was done by One Way ANOVA Test and Tukey HSD. Results: Compared to other groups, the lowest and the highest level of OPG and RANKL were in P14 group. Conclusion: HA scaffold from crab shells (Portunus pelagicus) can increase OPG expression and decrease RANKL expression in the process of regenerating alveolar bone after tooth extraction.

Effect of Ultrasonic Assisted on The Degree of Deacetylation of Chitosan Extracted from Portunus Pelagicus

The technology for extracting chitin from shell and other materials needs to be continuously improved, including its conversion to chitosan. Chitosan is a biocompatible polymer, biodegradable, non-toxic, water-soluble at pH below 6.5, and it has protonated amino groups. The benefits of chitosan in industry, food and medicine make it necessary to fully study an efficient chitosan synthesis method and the results can be applied on an industrial scale. This study examined the effect of ultrasonic-assisted in increasing the degree of deacetylation of chitosan produced from Portunus pelagicus shell waste. The production process of chitosan goes through the stages of deproteination, demineralization and deacetylation. All these steps are ultrasound assisted processes with a frequency of 40 kHz through a digital ultrasonic cleaner. Ultrasonic-assisted chitin and chitosan were examined using FTIR spectrometry. The results showed that the ultrasonic method was able to increase the deacetylation degree of chitin with a value of 68.45±0.11% compared to 62.52±0.08% without ultrasonic. Application of ultrasonic assisted deacetylation gave a deacetylation degree of 85.35 ± 0.20%, higher than without ultrasonic 80.24 ± 0.19%. Physically, ultrasonic-assisted chitosan is smoother and brighter in color. The ultrasonic-assisted chitosan manufacturing method could increase the deacetylation degree and produce high grade chitosan.

Evaluation of osteogenic properties after application of hydroxyapatite-based shells of Portunus pelagicus

Background: After tooth extraction, the socket leaves a defect on the alveolar bone. The administration of shell crab-derived hydroxyapatite maintains bone dimensions that are important for achieving successful prosthodontic treatment. Purpose: The aim of the study was to determine the osteogenic properties, such as the number of osteoclasts, osteoblasts and osteocytes, after the application of hydroxyapatite-based shell crab in the post-extraction sockets of Wistar rats. Methods: There were two groups: the control group (K) and the treatment group (T). Wistar rats were randomly divided into control and treatment groups. After tooth extraction, hydroxyapatite gel derived from Portunus pelagicus shells was applied to the tooth sockets of Wistar rats. Observations and calculations of osteoclasts, osteoblasts and osteocytes were carried out on the 14th and 28th days under a light microscope with 400 times magnification. Statistical analysis was performed using one-way ANOVA. Results: There was a significant difference (p&lt;0.05) between the K14 and P14 groups, K28 and P28 groups, K14 and K28 groups, and P14 and P28 groups. The results indicated that there were significant differences between groups of variables. Conclusion: The application of shell crab-derived hydroxyapatite (Portunus pelagicus) was able to decrease the number of osteoclasts and increase the number of osteoblasts and osteocytes.

Thermal stress induced hyperglycemia in the blue swimmer crab, Portunus pelagicus

Hyperglycemia is a stress responsible mechanism induced in crustaceans through the secretion of Crustacean Hyperglycemic Hormone (CHH). The effect of thermal shock on the hemolymph CHH levels was studied in P. pelagicus. Crabs were exposed to varying temperatures for 3h and were then transferred to ambient temperature (28°C). A higher CHH level of 47.30±2.26fmol/ml was observed on exposure of crabs to 24°C, over a recovery period of 3h. This was reflected with increase in hemolymph glucose causing hyperglycemia and subsequent decrease in hepatopancreas glycogen levels. The results suggest the modulatory role of CHH in producing the energy required for the physiological reparation faced by the crabs during thermal stress.

Microbial, chemical qualities and shelf-life of blue swimming crab (Portunus armatus) lump meat as influenced by in-package high voltage cold plasma treatment

The impact of high voltage cold plasma (HVCP) produced by the mixture of gases (oxygen and argon 10:90 v/v) on microbiological and chemical qualities as well as shelf-life of blue swimming crab lump meat (CLM) was investigated. CLM was subjected to HVCP for different treatment times (HV-TT; 0, 5, 10, and 15 min). No bacteria were detected for CLM treated with HVCP for 10 and 15 min (CLM-CP-10 and CLM-CP-15, respectively). However, lipid and protein oxidation in CLM were augmented as HV-TT increased (p < 0.05). Regardless of HV-TT, HVCP had no impact on the color and pH of CLM. Polyunsaturated fatty acid contents in CLM treated with HVCP were decreased, particularly when HV-TT of 15 min was used. CLM had shelf-life of 6 days. Pseudomonas lundensis, Lysinibacillus macroides, Shewanella baltica, Pseudoalteromonas haloplanktis, Paenisporosarcina quisquiliarum, Pseudoalteromonas aliena, and Brochothrix thermosphacta were identified using next generation sequencing as dominant spoilage bacteria in CLM stored at 4 °C for 3 days. At the same refrigeration condition, additional 9 days of shelf-life extension were attained for CLM-CP-10 and CLM-CP-15 compared with the control. Therefore, HVCP with HV-TT of 10 min showed promising potential for extending the shelf-life of CLM for longer than 12 days at 4 °C.

Temperature drives spatial and temporal variation in the reproductive biology of the blue swimmer crab Portunus armatus A. Milne-Edwards, 1861 (Decapoda: Brachyura: Portunidae)

Abstract Sound fisheries management requires knowledge of how the reproductive biology of targeted species varies over space and time and responds to external drivers. We determined the size at maturity and fecundity of the blue swimmer crab Portunus armatus (A. Milne-Edwards, 1861) (Brachyura: Portunidae) along the west coast of Australia at monthly, annual and interdecadal (1990s versus 2010s) time scales. The size at maturity of females determined by abdominal morphology (carapace width (CW) at 50% maturity (CW50)) was highest in sub-tropical Shark Bay at 26°S (104 mm), and declined latitudinally to temperate Geographe Bay at 34°S (93 mm). A notable exception was in a marine embayment at 32°S (Cockburn Sound), where CW50 was significantly lower than all other locations (83 mm). In contrast, batch fecundity was lower in sub-tropical (830,000 eggs at 127 mm CW) than temperate waters (950,000–990,000 eggs). Temporally, CW50 was significantly higher during January-June (typical growth period, encompassing the warmest months of the year) than during July-December (breeding period), and also differed between months, years, and decades. Positive correlations between water temperature, monthly and annual estimates of CW50, and functional maturity (size at first ovigery), were detected in most locations. Annual CW50 also increased with population density, particularly in locations where abundances and biomass were lowest. Results highlight plasticity in the reproductive biology of this portunid in response to environmental drivers such as temperature. Regular review of such parameters is important for ensuring robust fisheries management and stock assessments.

Comparative population genetics of swimming crab host (Portunus pelagicus) and common symbiotic barnacle (Octolasmis angulata) in Vietnam.

BackgroundBy comparing spatial geographical structures of host populations with that of their symbionts light can be shed on their biological interactions, and the degree of congruence between host and symbiont phylogeographies should reflect their life histories and especially dispersal mechanisms.MethodsHere, we analyzed the genetic diversity and structure of a host, the blue swimming crab, Portunus pelagicus, and its symbiotic pedunculate barnacle Octolasmis angulata from six location sites representing three geographic regions (north, central and south) along the Vietnam coastline. High levels of congruence in their phylogeographic patterns were expected as they both undergo planktonic larval stages.ResultsBased on the COI mtDNA markers, O. angulata populations showed higher genetic diversity in comparison with their host P. pelagicus (number of haplotype/individuals, haplotype and nucleotide diversity are 119/192, 0.991 ± 0.002 and 0.02; and 89/160, 0.913 ± 0.02 and 0.015, respectively). Pairwise Fst and AMOVA analyses showed a more pronounced population structure in the symbiotic barnacle than in its crab host. The DAPC analyses identified three genetic clusters. However, both haplotype networks and scatter plots supported connectivity of the host and the symbiotic barnacle throughout their distribution range, except for low subdivision of southern population. Isolation by distance were detected only for the symbiont O. angulata (R2 = 0.332, P = 0.05), while dbMEM supported spatial structure of both partners, but only at MEM-1 (Obs. 0.2686, P < 0.01 and Obs. 0.2096, P < 0.01, respectively).

Penentuan Komoditas Unggulan Perikanan Tangkap di Perairan Provinsi Kepulauan Bangka Belitung

consisting of 954 islands with 218.236 tonnes capture fisheries potential. As a leading economic sector in the region, capture fisheries should be maintained sustainably. One of actions that can be done is focusing fisheries development on prime commodities. Purpose of this study were to identify prime commodities and potential commodities in Bangka Belitung waters. Location Quotient (LQ) Analysis, Shift Share (SS), and Specialization Index (SI) were used for data analysis. The result showed that there were three prime commodities i.e., red snapper (Lutjanus campecanus), mackerel (Scomberomorus commerson), and blue swimming crab (Portunus pelagicus). Other potential fisheries commodities in Bangka Belitung Province were grouper (Plectropomus leopardus), yellowtail (Caesio erythrogaster), sea catfish (Arius thalassinus), fork-tailed threadfin bream (Nemipterus furcocus), stingray (Dasyatis sp), and crab (Scylla serrata).&#x0D; Keywords: Bangka Belitung Province, capture fisheries, prime commodities

Variation in the Nutritional Composition of Soft and Hard Blue Swimming Crabs (Portunus pelagicus) Having Good Export Potential

ABSTRACT The variation in the nutritional composition of hard and soft shell blue swimming crabs was examined. The protein content varied significantly in hard (13.64%) and soft shell BSC (9.34%). Sarcoplasmic proteins ranged from 43–45%, myofibrillar 25–30%, alkali soluble 24–25%, and acid soluble protein 2–6%. Magnesium and calcium were the major and iron and zinc were minor minerals. Hard shell crabs had more zinc (2.35 mg/100 g), while soft shell crabs contained more iron (1.98 mg/100 g). Saturated fatty acids, monounsaturated fatty acids, and polyunsaturated acids were 53.89%, 25.56%, and 9.72%, respectively, in hard shell crabs. In soft shell crabs, methionine was the major essential amino acid (8.49 mg/100 mg), while leucine was the major amino acid in hard shell crabs (8.72 mg/100 mg). The hard crabs contain more proteins, amino acids and fatty acids whereas soft crabs are rich in minerals and have similar protein fractions.

Supplemented roving survey to quantify spatio-temporal recreational fishing effort in an estuarine Ramsar wetland

The collection of fine-scale recreational fishing data can assist in assessing the potential impacts on target species and sensitive biota. We employed a thermographic camera, laser rangefinder, compass and custom-designed mobile application to estimate fine-scale recreational fishing effort for blue-swimmer crabs (Portunus armatus) within Peel-Harvey Estuary, a Ramsar-listed wetland. Geo-referenced locations for shore-based recreational fishers were recorded for sixty 18-h fishing days in a 12-month period. Annual fishing effort was estimated to be 100,815 (SE 12,521) fisher hours, 16.3 % greater than estimates that excluded nocturnal fishing from the analysis. Generalized linear models were applied to determine significant factors describing the variability in fishing activity and for planning future cost-effective surveys. The main effects of time of day and wind condition, and the interaction of season with day type and season with region, were significant at the α = 0.05 level. These data suggest that fishers respond to the abundance of legal-sized crabs within the estuary, with peak fishing activity concentrated on discrete areas and times of the year. The methods used in this study can be applied to quantify nocturnal recreational fishing effort, optimize cost-effective recreational fishing surveys, and determine where recreational fishing activity overlaps areas of sensitive biota.

Analysis of Cadmium (Cd) Heavy Metal Using the Atomic Abrsoption Spectrophotometry (AAS) Method in Canned Crab Products at Balai Pengujian Mutu Hasil Perikanan (BPMHP) Semarang, Central Java

Crab is fishery potential fishery product but it is a perishable food. Application and handling of crab can be done by processing it into canned products. Crab are very likely to be polluted by heavy metals in these waters because of heavy metal contamination is already very high in the ocean. The purpose of this activity is to find out directly assay methods of heavy cadmium (Cd) in canned crab product and know the standard limit of heavy metal cadmium (Cd) The analytical method of cadmium heavy metal content (Cd) on several canned crab products using the method analysis of SNI 2354.5: 2011. Based on the results of the crab product analytical (Portunus pelagicus) the results showed &lt;0.5 mg / kg, so that based on the threshold of cadmium (Cd) on the tin crab pasteuriation product is regulated in SNI 6929: 2016, the product is safe and suitable for consumption.

Catch Composition of Fix-Liftnet Based-on the Light Color Combination in Pangkep Waters

This study aims to describe the composition of the species and the frequency of occurrence of fix-liftnet based on the combination of white-yellow-blue and white-yellow Light Emitting Diode (LED). The research was carried out in July – October 2020, by following the operation of capturing 1 unit of fix-liftnet with 442 watts of light power each. Data collection includes the type and number of catches based on trips and grouped into main, by-catch and discarded catches. The results showed that the composition of the type of catch consisted of 26 species dominated by common ponyfish, Indonesian oil-sardine, squid, anchovies, crabs, yellow snakehead and fringesscale sardinella. The total catch of the combination of white-yellow-blue lights was 359.8 kg with main catch 74.4%, by-catch 19.8% and waste 5.9%. While the white-yellow color combination is 343.8 kg with 75.8% main catch, 15.5% by-catch and 8.3% waste. Fish species with 100% occurrence frequency were common ponyfish (Leiognathus equulus), flower crab (Portunus pelagicus), squid (Loligo sp), Indonesian oil-sardine (Sardinella gibbosa), and smooth pufferfish (Lagocephalus sceleratus).

Factors influencing the dynamics of a collapsed blue swimmer crab (Portunus armatus) population and its lack of recovery

Identification of key drivers of population dynamics and prediction of rates of population recovery following stock decline are crucial aspects of fisheries management. The abundance of a blue swimmer crab population (Portunus armatus) in Cockburn Sound, Western Australia, which once supported the largest commercial fishery for this short-lived species in the State, declined markedly and has remained low despite two commercial fishery closures. This study employed state-space biomass dynamics models to explore evidence for potential factors contributing to the lack of stock recovery, including fishing pressure, changes in primary production (using chlorophyll-a as a proxy) and depensatory stock-recruitment dynamics. Likelihood ratio test results indicated better statistical fits for models with production functions modified to account for chlorophyll-a or both depensation and chlorophyll-a. Models incorporating both depensation and chlorophyll-a provided the most biologically-feasible results (e.g. estimated intrinsic increase, r, not near zero) and the estimated biomass trajectories were less uncertain. For all models, estimated annual harvest rates peaked in the late 1990s, prior to the first major stock decline, and again in 2009−12, when the fishery was briefly re-opened with tight management restrictions. Results for models including both depensation and chlorophyll-a indicated that stock productivity is positively-related to chlorophyll-a. Thus, below-average chlorophyll-a concentrations in Cockburn Sound in recent years, in combination with some form(s) of depensation (e.g. associated with predation pressure), may be preventing stock recovery. Despite a sustained period of very limited recreational fishing and no commercial fishing, stock recovery appears highly uncertain under current environmental conditions. The results of this study highlight the value of incorporating environmental data and alternative stock-recruitment assumptions when fitting production models to explore key factors influencing population dynamics.

Distribution, abundance, and life history traits of the blue swimming crab Portunus segnis (Forskål, 1775) in the Saudi waters of the Arabian Gulf

The blue swimming crab, Portunus segnis (Forskål, 1775), formerly known as P. pelagicus (Linnaeus, 1758) has become a major fishery resource in the Gulf. Yet, there are no regional studies on the stock population dynamics and life history processes of this species. Considering the extreme oceanographic features of the Gulf (high salinity and high temperature variations), which is hypothesized to cause fast growth of P. segnis, a study was conducted to determine the abundance/biomass distribution of its stocks, growth rates, and sexual maturation in the territorial Saudi waters in the Arabian Gulf. The study was based on trawling surveys, landing sites monitoring, and records of fisheries catch and efforts and juvenile habitat surveys. The spatial distribution patterns supported by generalized linear model indicated the occurrence of P. segnis in the nearshore shallow waters, and its absence from the offshore deeper waters, attributed to the variability of environmental conditions including salinity, temperature, and trophic resources. Manifa, one of the productive areas in the northern Saudi waters of the Gulf, had high abundance of the crab. In agreement with the hypothesis, the growth rate of the Saudi P. segnis was found to be the higher (2.12 K year −1) compared to other parts of the Gulf (1.1–1.7 K year −1) or other sea areas of tropical regions (0.95–1.68 K year −1). The study shows that P. segnis can spawn throughout the year, with at least three peaks: winter, late spring–early summer, and autumn. The L50% record obtained in this study with females (127 mm) and males (125 mm) are larger than those reported with the same species from other parts of the Gulf (113 mm) or with other congeneric blue species crabs reported from other tropical regions (61–113 mm). The present study provided basic data to develop a management strategy for the fishery of P. segnis in the region.

Size selectivity and optimal soaking time of hoops and traps targeting the blue swimming crab &lt;i&gt;Callinectes arcuatus&lt;/i&gt; in Cuyutlan Lagoon, Mexico

The selectivity of two types of commercial fishing gear (crab hoop/traditional gear and rigid rectangular cage traps) targeting blue crabs (Callinectes arcuatus) in Cuyutlan Lagoon, Mexico, was assessed. The effect of soak time on crab catches versus the retention and escape rate of organisms was also evaluated. Results suggested that traps captured larger individuals than hoops. The carapace width of crabs was significantly different between the fishing gears used: 63.9% of crabs caught with hoops were &lt; 95 mm (sizes ranged from 40 to 113 mm) and 40.7% of crabs caught with traps were &lt; 95 mm (range: 49 to 120 mm). Results also showed that catch rates were high during the first two hours and decreased after the third hour. The crabs tended to escape after several hours of soak time. The study found that the traps captured larger crabs than the hoops, suggesting that traps are a suitable fishing gear for catching blue swimming crabs in Cuyutlan Lagoon.

Pulverized blue swimming crab shell utilized as partial replacement for sand in concrete mixture

Problems in the construction today include the overexploitation of natural aggregates as well as corrosion of steel reinforcement. Studies are needed to explore alternative materials that can be used in lieu of natural aggregates. This study investigates the use of pulverized crab shell (PCS) for partial replacement of sand in concrete mixture. The properties of conventional concrete mix are compared with concrete mix with its sand replaced with 10% and 15% PCS. Properties evaluated include compressive strength and splitting tensile strength. The sodium chloride penetration in concrete with PCS is also evaluated. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) was also used to determine if there is any statistical difference among the means of samples compared. The results show that the conventional concrete mix obtained the highest compressive strength and splitting tensile strength, while showing the lowest sodium chloride penetration resistance. The concrete mix with 15% of sand replaced by PCS showed the highest chloride penetration resistance. Although the incorporation of PCS in concrete reduced the compressive strength and split tensile strength in concrete mix, this has potential for use in plastering structures near coastal areas. This is to increase resistance to penetration of chloride in concrete structures which may accelerate deterioration of steel reinforcements that has always been a problem in coastal areas. For further tests, it is recommended that before using PCS in concrete, it should be oven dried or treated and prepared for better fineness and quality. In addition, investigating the potential of heating powdered PCS for cement replacement can be a subject for future research.