Spider Crab (Carcinoplax longimana) | Preserved Crab Specimen | Real Marine Crab

Spider Crab (Carcinoplax longimana) – Preserved Crab Specimen

The Spider Crab (Carcinoplax longimana) is a distinctive marine crab recognized for its relatively long, slender legs and broad, flattened carapace. Found in the western Indo-Pacific region, this species inhabits sandy and muddy seabeds in coastal and offshore waters. Its elongated limbs and streamlined body are well adapted for moving across soft-bottom marine habitats.

This professionally preserved specimen showcases the crab's graceful body form, detailed exoskeleton, and intricate anatomical features. Carefully preserved to maintain its natural 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 this fascinating benthic species.

Features

• Genuine Spider Crab (Carcinoplax longimana) specimen
• Professionally preserved for long-term display
• Displays natural coloration, shell texture, and detailed anatomical features
• Characteristic elongated legs and broad, flattened 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: Spider Crab
• Scientific Name: Carcinoplax longimana
• Condition: Preserved Specimen
• Habitat: Sandy and muddy seabeds in coastal and offshore marine waters of the western Indo-Pacific
• Kingdom: Animalia
• Phylum: Arthropoda
• Subphylum: Crustacea
• Order: Decapoda
• Family: Goneplacidae

Please Note

This is a genuine natural specimen. Every preserved crab is unique, and slight variations in size, coloration, shell texture, leg length, 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.