Scientists believe the small crab boarded the research vessel from a plastic bag lifted from the seabed during the coral sampling expedition.

The miniature crustacean has won hearts online, with the video going viral on social media. The clip has amassed some 9.1 ...

Researchers recently found that the species should be split into six, maybe even seven, genetically distinct groups.

NOAA's video of a juvenile king crab, found during a Gulf of Mexico operation, went viral for its unique appearance. Researchers say the crab hitched a ride from 3,477 feet deep, inspiring fan art ...

The most adorable, silly-looking baby king crab, accidentally collected by NOAA researchers in the Gulf of Mexico, has ...

NOAA researchers discovered a unique baby king crab during an expedition in the Gulf of Mexico. The baby crab, found over 1,000 meters underwater, gained attention online due to its spiky red ...