Cancer Pagurus Collection

Northern stone crab, Lithodes maja 1, and brown crab, Cancer pagurus 2 (Spineuse crab, Cancer spinosus)
FLO4652580 Northern stone crab, Lithodes maja 1, and brown crab, Cancer pagurus 2 (Spineuse crab, Cancer spinosus, and ecrevisse a coque uni, Brachyurus laevis)

Edible crab (Cancer pagurus), St Abbs (St Abbs and Eyemouth Voluntary Marine Reserve), Berwickshire, Scotland, UK, August 2011

Horse mussel (Modiolus modiolus) bed with Brittlestars (Ophiothrix fragilis) and Edible crab (Cancer pagurus), Shetland, Scotland, UK, September

Edible crab (Cancer pagurus) underwater, looking up, Channel Isles, UK, June

Edible crab (Cancer pagurus) portrait, Saltstraumen, Bod, Norway, October 2008

Edible crab (Cancer pagurus) close-up of face, Saltstraumen, Bod, Norway, October 2008

Edible crab and furrowed crab
6338177 Edible crab and furrowed crab by Corsi (19th century); (add.info.: Edible crab or brown crab, Cancer pagurus 1, and furrowed crab or Montagus crab, Xantho hydrophilus 2)

Crab Pot With Brown Crab Is Hauled Up Over The Side Of The F / V Morgan Anne During The Commercial Brown Crab Fishing
Crab Pot With Brown Crab Is Hauled Up Over The Side Of The F/V Morgan Anne During The Commercial Brown Crab Fishing Season In Icy Strait Of Southeast Alaska

Edible Crab (Cancer pagurus), moving sideways

Crab fishing, fishermen landing Spiny Spider Crab (Maia squinado) and Edible Crab (Cancer pagurus) catch at harbour, Newquay, Cornwall, England, August

Underside of Edible Crab (Cancer pagurus)

Cancer pagurus, Edible Crab, and crab meat

Edible crab (Cancer pagurus), close-up, front view

Edible crab (Cancer pagurus), overhead view

Edible crab (Cancer pagurus), view from above

Edible crab (Cancer pagurus), underside

Common crab. Top view of the Common or Rock crab, (Cancer pagurus) also known as the Edible crab for its tasty meat. Coloured red-brown on top with a yellow-white underside

Edible crab
Cooked edible crab (Cancer pagurus). Crab meat is an excellent source of protein

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"Cancer pagurus: The Mighty Edible Crab of the Sea" Meet Cancer pagurus, commonly known as the Edible crab. This magnificent crustacean can be found in various marine reserves and coastal areas, such as St Abbs and Eyemouth Voluntary Marine Reserve in Scotland. With its robust body and strong pincers, it is no wonder why this species has earned its name. In these pristine waters, you might come across an impressive sight - a Horse mussel bed adorned with Brittlestars and accompanied by the majestic Edible crab. These crabs are known for their ability to adapt to different environments, making them a vital part of the underwater ecosystem. Venturing further into the Channel Isles in the UK during June, one might witness an extraordinary scene - an underwater portrait of an Edible crab looking up towards the surface. Its intricate features and captivating gaze showcase nature's beauty at its finest. Traveling north to Saltstraumen in Bod, Norway during October 2008 offers another opportunity to observe these fascinating creatures up close. A close-up shot reveals every detail of their face; from their sharp eyes to their textured exoskeletons - truly a marvel of evolution. The world beneath our oceans holds many surprises, including encounters between different species like the Edible crab and furrowed crab. These interactions highlight how diverse marine life can coexist harmoniously within their habitats. For fishermen braving icy straits off Southeast Alaska or working at bustling harbors worldwide, catching Spiny Spider Crab or landing a bountiful catch of Edible crabs is both challenging and rewarding. Their hard work provides us with delicious seafood options while ensuring sustainable fishing practices are maintained. If you ever have the chance to explore beneath rocky shores or dive into crystal-clear waters teeming with life, keep an eye out for Cancer pagurus – they may surprise you. Whether observing their sideways movements or admiring their intricate undersides, these crabs never fail to captivate our imagination.