Description

Acrylic block, Crab, Spider crab, set in acrylic resin.  Block is approximately 1 5/8″ wide x 2 7/8″ long.  You will receive this specimen, or one like it.

This is a real Spider crab encased in clear acrylic resin. Perfect for collectors, educational displays, science enthusiasts, and unique home decor.

“Spider crab in Acrylic”

Sure! Here’s an overview of spider crabs:

Spider crabs are a diverse group of marine crustaceans belonging mainly to the family Majidae (also called Majoidea). They get their name from their long, slender legs and often spiny, triangular-shaped bodies that resemble spiders. These crabs are found worldwide, mostly in coastal waters from shallow reefs to deep seas.

Spider crabs are masters of camouflage—many species decorate their shells with algae, sponges, and debris to blend into their surroundings and avoid predators. They are typically slow-moving scavengers or omnivores, feeding on detritus, algae, small invertebrates, and sometimes carrion.

Some well-known species include the Japanese spider crab (Macrocheira kaempferi), famous for having the longest leg span of any arthropod (up to 3.7 meters or 12 feet), and the European spider crab (Maja squinado), commonly found in the Northeast Atlantic and Mediterranean.

Spider crabs play an important ecological role in marine ecosystems by recycling nutrients and maintaining healthy ocean floors.