The black crab (Gecarcinus ruricola) or "Black Crab" is a crustacean that lives in the tropical dry forest on the Colombian island of Providencia and nearby Santa Catalina. The Providencia black crab has a black shell, about 8 to 9 centimeters in size, and red legs with yellow veins. It has two large claws, which it uses to defend itself from enemies and to feed.
The black crab (Gecarcinus ruricola) or "Black Crab" is a crustacean that lives in the tropical dry forest on the Colombian island of Providencia and nearby Santa Catalina. The Providencia black crab has a black shell, about 8 to 9 centimeters in size, and red legs with yellow veins. It has two large claws, which it uses to defend itself from enemies and to feed.
