A’ama Crab molt

I never fail to be amazed at how perfect crab molts are. A’ama Crab molts have the added benefit of being a robust shade of red.

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bushboy August 15, 2026 at 10:36 am

The same with most creatures who moult. They get out so perfect;y. This crab has been cooked in the sun I’d say. Great photo angle too

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1. Graham Post authorAugust 17, 2026 at 3:47 pm
  
  Thanks Brian. I believe the crabs have something in their system that makes them black. When they molt they lose that and look red like this.
  
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restlessjo August 15, 2026 at 9:08 am

He’s a weirdo, Graham, but I expect he’d think the same of me xx

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1. Graham Post authorAugust 17, 2026 at 3:46 pm
  
  Crabs in general are weird but fascinating.
  
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sustainabilitea August 15, 2026 at 7:54 am

Love the angle of your shot, Graham.

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1. Graham Post authorAugust 17, 2026 at 3:45 pm
  
  Thanks, Janet.
  
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