Blue Crabs

Blue crabs are a species of crustacean found along Atlantic and Gulf Coast waters. They have a vibrant blue shell and are known for their meaty claws and legs. Blue crabs are both predator and prey, feeding on mollusks, small fish, and plant material, while being a key part of the food web. They are commercially harvested for culinary uses, especially in dishes like crab cakes. Blue crabs typically live in estuaries and shallow coastal waters, and their populations are influenced by environmental factors such as water quality and habitat availability.