Jonah Crab (Cancer borealis)

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Live Jonah Crab (Cancer borealis)
Please note this is a live marine specimen.

The Jonah Crab (Cancer borealis), often referred to as the Atlantic Dungeness Crab, is a robust, cold-water species found in the deeper coastal waters of the Gulf of Maine. Recognized by its broad, reddish-brown shell and powerful claws, this crab is both ecologically important and commercially valuable. Sustainably collected using lobster traps or by hand, Jonah Crabs are ideal for marine biology study, aquaculture research, or live display.

Their striking coloration—ranging from red and brown to mottled white—makes them a popular choice for classroom observation and aquarium exhibits. Each specimen is carefully handled and shipped live for maximum vitality.

Key Facts:
Common name: Jonah crab, Atlantic Dungeness crab
Scientific name: Cancer borealis
Locations: Deeper coastal waters
Seasonality: Available all year
Colors: Red, brown, white
Size: 6” – 8”
Collected: By hand, lobster traps
Quantity: Sold by the each
Note: This is a live marine specimen. Natural variations in size, color, and appearance from photos should be expected. If you would like any specimen preserved, please send a request to: info@gulfofme.com.

Live Jonah Crab (Cancer borealis)
Please note this is a live marine specimen.

The Jonah Crab (Cancer borealis), often referred to as the Atlantic Dungeness Crab, is a robust, cold-water species found in the deeper coastal waters of the Gulf of Maine. Recognized by its broad, reddish-brown shell and powerful claws, this crab is both ecologically important and commercially valuable. Sustainably collected using lobster traps or by hand, Jonah Crabs are ideal for marine biology study, aquaculture research, or live display.

Their striking coloration—ranging from red and brown to mottled white—makes them a popular choice for classroom observation and aquarium exhibits. Each specimen is carefully handled and shipped live for maximum vitality.

Key Facts:
Common name: Jonah crab, Atlantic Dungeness crab
Scientific name: Cancer borealis
Locations: Deeper coastal waters
Seasonality: Available all year
Colors: Red, brown, white
Size: 6” – 8”
Collected: By hand, lobster traps
Quantity: Sold by the each
Note: This is a live marine specimen. Natural variations in size, color, and appearance from photos should be expected. If you would like any specimen preserved, please send a request to: info@gulfofme.com.

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The underside of a male Jonah crab.

The underside of a male Jonah crab.

Tidepool Tim says,  "Jonah crabs are larger, deeper and more offshore than their smaller cousins, the rock crabs. Rock crabs are the most common crab commercially caught in Maine. The potential lifespan, the age of maturity, and growth rate of the Jonah crab are not well known."