Red-spotted Box Crab (Calappa calappa) | Preserved Crab Specimen | Real Marine Crab

Red-spotted Box Crab (Calappa calappa) – Preserved Crab Specimen

The Red-spotted Box Crab (Calappa calappa) is one of the most recognizable box crabs, admired for its broad, rounded carapace decorated with distinctive reddish spots and intricate natural patterns. A member of the "shame-faced crabs," this species folds its large claws tightly against its face and body for protection when threatened. It is commonly found on sandy seabeds, coral reefs, and coastal marine habitats throughout the Indo-Pacific region.

This professionally preserved specimen showcases the crab's beautiful coloration, robust shell, and unique defensive claw structure, making it an excellent addition to marine biology collections, educational displays, museums, curiosity cabinets, and natural history collections.

Each specimen is carefully preserved to maintain its natural appearance and fine anatomical details, ensuring every piece is a unique representation of this remarkable species.

Features

• Genuine Red-spotted Box Crab (Calappa calappa) specimen
• Professionally preserved for long-term display
• Displays natural coloration, shell texture, and anatomical detail
• Features the characteristic broad claws and rounded "box-shaped" carapace
• Ideal for marine biology education, museums, classrooms, and collectors
• Each specimen is unique, with natural variations in size, coloration, and markings

Specifications

• Common Name: Red-spotted Box Crab
• Scientific Name: Calappa calappa
• Also Known As: Box Crab
• Condition: Preserved Specimen
• Habitat: Sandy seabeds, coral reefs, lagoons, and shallow coastal waters
• Kingdom: Animalia
• Phylum: Arthropoda
• Subphylum: Crustacea
• Order: Decapoda
• Family: Calappidae

Please Note

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