The blue crab species Discoplax celeste is only found on Christmas Island. It is one of more than 20 species of land crab on the island. With more than 150 million red crabs on Christmas Island ...

During these months, as many as 100 million red crabs scuttle into every crevice of the island. Roads are closed to provide a safe passage for the crabs. They can even find their way into homes ...

A new study found that Alaska red king crabs are more genetically diverse than previously thought, which could be crucial for the species’ survival as ocean conditions change. Researchers came ...