Pebble Crab (Leucosia anatum) | Preserved Crab Specimen | Real Marine Crab

Pebble Crab (Leucosia anatum) – Preserved Crab Specimen

The Pebble Crab (Leucosia anatum) is a distinctive marine crab belonging to the family Leucosiidae, known for its smooth, rounded, pebble-like carapace and compact body. Its streamlined shape allows it to burrow efficiently into sandy and muddy seabeds, where it remains concealed from predators. This species is commonly found in shallow tropical and subtropical coastal waters throughout the Indo-Pacific region.

This professionally preserved specimen showcases the crab's elegant rounded shell, fine anatomical details, and natural coloration. Carefully preserved to maintain its authentic appearance, it is an excellent addition to marine biology collections, educational displays, museums, curiosity cabinets, and natural history collections.

Each specimen is individually prepared, making every crab a unique representation of one of the most recognizable members of the Leucosiidae family.

Features

• Genuine Pebble Crab (Leucosia anatum) specimen
• Professionally preserved for long-term display
• Displays natural coloration, smooth shell texture, and detailed anatomical features
• Characteristic rounded, pebble-like carapace
• Excellent for marine biology education, scientific reference, museums, and collectors
• Ideal for natural history collections and educational exhibits
• Each specimen is unique, with natural variations in size, coloration, shell texture, and markings

Specifications

• Common Name: Pebble Crab
• Scientific Name: Leucosia anatum
• Condition: Preserved Specimen
• Habitat: Sandy and muddy seabeds, shallow coastal waters, lagoons, and estuaries of the Indo-Pacific region
• Kingdom: Animalia
• Phylum: Arthropoda
• Subphylum: Crustacea
• Order: Decapoda
• Family: Leucosiidae

Please Note

This is a genuine natural specimen. Every preserved crab is unique, and slight variations in size, coloration, shell texture, and markings are natural characteristics that enhance the authenticity of each specimen.

Please ensure you are familiar with your country's import regulations before purchasing preserved wildlife specimens.