Egg Crab (Atergatis integerrimus) | Preserved Crab Specimen | Real Marine Crab

Egg Crab (Atergatis integerrimus) – Preserved Crab Specimen

The Egg Crab (Atergatis integerrimus) is a striking marine crab belonging to the family Xanthidae. It is well known for its smooth, highly domed, egg-shaped carapace and vivid coloration, which ranges from bright red and orange to deep reddish-brown. Widely distributed throughout the tropical Indo-Pacific region, this species inhabits coral reefs, rocky shores, reef flats, and shallow coastal waters where it shelters beneath rocks and among coral formations.

This professionally preserved specimen showcases the crab's distinctive rounded shell, smooth exoskeleton, and detailed anatomical features. Carefully preserved to retain its natural appearance, it is an exceptional 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 Indo-Pacific's most recognizable reef crabs.

Features

• Genuine Egg Crab (Atergatis integerrimus) specimen
• Professionally preserved for long-term display
• Displays natural coloration, smooth egg-shaped carapace, and detailed anatomical features
• Characteristic rounded shell with robust claws
• 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: Egg Crab
• Scientific Name: Atergatis integerrimus
• Condition: Preserved Specimen
• Habitat: Coral reefs, reef flats, rocky shores, and shallow tropical Indo-Pacific marine waters
• Kingdom: Animalia
• Phylum: Arthropoda
• Subphylum: Crustacea
• Order: Decapoda
• Family: Xanthidae

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.