The green crab is a small crustacean recognized by its five spines on each side of the carapace and greenish coloration. Predominantly found in rocky shorelines, estuaries, and salt marshes across the North Atlantic, it typically measures up to 4 inches across. It is an opportunistic feeder and displays aggressive, territorial behavior, often impacting local ecosystems.
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Green crab
length · weight
Green crab
English Channel (Cornwall coastal waters)
0 in · 1 lb
Green crab
length · weight


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