Carcinidae
Carcinidae is a family of crabs belonging to the infraorder Brachyura, also known as true crabs. Members of this family are typically found in marine environments, inhabiting coastal waters, rocky shores, and sandy bottoms. They are characterized by their flattened, broad bodies and a short, non-protruding abdomen, which is tucked beneath the cephalothorax. The family Carcinidae is relatively small, with a limited number of described species.
The common edible crab, Cancer pagurus, is a well-known member of this family, widely distributed in the
Reproduction in Carcinidae follows the typical pattern for decapod crustaceans, involving sexual reproduction and the release