7 Unique Varieties Of Crabs You Must Know

Zee Media Bureau
Apr 16, 2024

Blue Crab

Commonly found in the western Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico, known for their distinctive blue colour.

King Crab

They are typically found in cold waters, particularly in the Northern Pacific Ocean.

Dungeness Crab

Found along the west coast of North America, especially in the Pacific Northwest, prized for their sweet and tender meat.

Snow Crab

Also known as Queen Crab, these crabs are found in the North Atlantic and North Pacific Oceans, particularly in colder waters.

Stone Crab

Found in the western Atlantic Ocean, particularly in the waters of Florida, these crabs are prized for their meaty claws.

Hermit Crab

Unlike most crabs, hermit crabs have a soft, asymmetrical abdomen that they protect by occupying empty mollusk shells.

Fiddler Crab

These small crabs are found in coastal regions worldwide, particularly in intertidal zones.

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