Everything you need to know about the Royal Nebula Crab, Johngarthia weileri, a large terrestrial crab native to São Tomé.

Everything you need to know about Birgus latro, more commonly known as the coconut crab, is the world’s largest land arthropod. Keeping them in captivity is possible but will require a lot of work.

Everything you need to know about Cardisoma (Rainbow Crabs) a genus of brackish crabs, found all throughout the equator, with observations in Mexico, the US, Southeast Asia, Africa, Brazil, and Oceania.

Everything you need to know about Gecarcinus species. They can make excellent pets, but it’s really important to know that not all species are equal in terms of difficulty. Some, like Gecarcinus ruricola, which this guide will focus on, are significantly more challenging to care for and not recommended for most hobbyists.

Everything you need to know about Tuerkayana celeste, commonly known as the Christmas Island blue crab, is a member of the Gecarcinidae family and is found exclusively near freshwater sources on Christmas Island. Although it was first recorded in 1900, it wasn't recognised as a distinct species from Tuerkayana hirtipes until 2012.

Everything you need to know about Tuerkayana is a genus of large terrestrial crabs, established in late 2018 following a taxonomic revision of the Gecarcinidae family. The genus was formed by reclassifying two species from Cardisoma and two from Discoplax.

Everything you need to know about Geograpsus a genus of semi-terrestrial crabs primarily found across equatorial regions, including Central America, Asia, East Africa, Madagascar, and the Pacific Islands. While not the most common, they do appear in the pet trade, primarily through specialised collectors.

Everything you need to know about Ptychognathus barbatus. A species of brackish-water filter-feeding crab that has been documented in regions such as southern Taiwan and New Caledonia.

Everything you need to know about keeping Austruca. A genus of brackish and saltwater fiddler crabs native to the coastal and estuarine regions of Asia and Australia.

While Gecarcinus species can make excellent pets, it’s important to know that not all species are equal in terms of difficulty. There are 3 common species all of which have different requirements so follow along as we teach you how to care for them.

Everything you need to know about caring for Perisesarma bidens (Red Claw Crab), a small, colourful crab species native to coastal and estuarine habitats across Asia.