Found throughout the water and waterways. 2-5 feet in length. 3 different types. Snow crabs in colder climates, mud crabs in rivers in mild climates, and snow carbs in cold climates. Their colors are similar to their surrounds. Sometimes found half buried in the loose ground around the water. Initially defensive stands and slowly moves away, but attacks if getting to close to it or its territory. Instinct: Territorial to the water area it is around

• Defends itself with its pincers
• Shell is very hard, sometimes used as rudimentary armor