Its reddish shell, full of spikes that are always covered with seaweeds, says much about this crab that hides among rocks and seaweed beds on the bottom of the ocean. Its feeding habits are based on plankton and marine animals, which makes its meat very delicious! The challenge is to know when they are full. Tipp: if its nails are rounded, it is a good sign that they are full! Reveal the wear and tear of food demand.
Algarve Windward, Algarve coast, vicentina coast, Southwest Alentejo and Peniche
Nets and Traps
November to April
400-600g; 600-1Kg; 1-2Kg and 2-3Kg (“Santolão”)
Boiled