Carcinus maenas is a common littoral crab. It is known by different names around the world. In the British Isles, it is generally referred to as the shore crab, or green shore crab. In North …

The shore crab is the most common crab encountered on our shores. Normally a green-ish colour, shore crabs are easily found in rockpools or on the end of crab lines dangled into …

Carcinus maenas is found on all types of shore, from high water to depths of 60 m in the sublittoral, but it is predominantly a shore and shallow water species. It tolerates a wide range …

The Shore Crab (Carcinus maenas) is one of the most versatile and widespread crustaceans found along coastlines. Known for its adaptability, this small but resilient species has …

The Shore crab (Hemigrapsus sanguineus) is native to the Western Pacific and inhabits rocky intertidal habitats. Non-native populations occur in Northern Europe, the Mediterranean Sea, …

Keep reading to learn about 12 crabs in California. 1. Yellow Rock Crab. Scientific Name: Metacarcinus anthonyi. The yellow rock crab is native to North America’s Pacific coast. It is …

Hemigrapsus sexdentatus, also called the “common rock crab” or “common shore crab,” is a marine crab indigenous to the southern shores of New Zealand. This crab is a member of the …

Shore crabs. Several species of tiny shore crabs can be found on Washington beaches. Contrary to what many believe, these are not the young of larger ocean crabs, but are simply small …

From the vibrant Yellow Rock Crab to the sought-after Blue Crab, this article explores twelve different types of crabs found along the California coastline, shedding light on their distinctive …

Carcinus maenas (Common Shore Crab) is a species of decapods in the family Carcinidae. They are native to Atlantic Ocean, Denmark, Iceland, Mauritania, Germany, Belgium, The …