Toad Crab (Hyas araneus)

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Toad Crab (Hyas araneus)
Please Note: This is a live marine specimen.

The Toad Crab (Hyas araneus) is a cold-water crab species known for its long legs, rounded carapace, and mottled red-brown coloration that blends perfectly into rocky and muddy seafloor habitats. Found from the intertidal zone to depths of about 25 feet, these crabs are active scavengers and fascinating to observe in aquariums or classroom touch tanks.

Sustainably hand-collected from Maine’s coastal shallows, each specimen is carefully selected for health and vitality.

Common name: Toad crab
Scientific name:Hyas araneus
Locations: Intertidal zones up to 25 ft depth, on muddy or pebbly bottoms
Seasonality: Available all year
Colors: Red, light brown
Size: 4”
Collected: By hand
Quantity: Sold by the each

Uses: Ideal for aquariums, marine biology education, touch tanks, and research displays.

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.

Toad Crab (Hyas araneus)
Please Note: This is a live marine specimen.

The Toad Crab (Hyas araneus) is a cold-water crab species known for its long legs, rounded carapace, and mottled red-brown coloration that blends perfectly into rocky and muddy seafloor habitats. Found from the intertidal zone to depths of about 25 feet, these crabs are active scavengers and fascinating to observe in aquariums or classroom touch tanks.

Sustainably hand-collected from Maine’s coastal shallows, each specimen is carefully selected for health and vitality.

Common name: Toad crab
Scientific name:Hyas araneus
Locations: Intertidal zones up to 25 ft depth, on muddy or pebbly bottoms
Seasonality: Available all year
Colors: Red, light brown
Size: 4”
Collected: By hand
Quantity: Sold by the each

Uses: Ideal for aquariums, marine biology education, touch tanks, and research displays.

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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This toad crab is sitting on a pile of bladderwrack seaweed.

Tidepool Tim says,  “Toad crabs are predators of the intertidal zone. Their big front claws are for grasping and snipping prey, while mouthparts are used for are used for tearing and grinding. They eat live prey but also scavenge on dead animals.”