Crab Pokemon have been a staple type of Pokemon since the original games. With their crab-like appearance and features, these Pokemon bring real-world crustaceans like crabs, lobsters, and crayfish to mind. In the vast Pokemon world, there are over a dozen Crab Pokemon to discover. Look at the best and most iconic Crab Pokemon in various regions.

Crab Pokemons:

Krabby and Kingler

One of the original Crab Pokemon introduced in Kanto is Krabby. Based on the fiddler crab, Krabby has a small body with oversized claws. Its evolved form, Kingler, grows much larger with an impressive claw attack. Both Krabby and Kingler are Water-types known for their pincers and swimming abilities. In the anime, Ash catches a Kingler, who remains a powerful team member. 

Corphish and Crawdaunt

Hailing from the Hoenn region, Corphish is a feisty Fresh Water Pokemon that evolves into the Dark/Water-type Crawdaunt. Crawdaunt has a much more intimidating appearance with larger pincers. Team Aqua utilises Corphish and Crawdaunt in the games and anime in battles.

Parasect 

An unusual Crab Pokemon, Parasect has the appearance of a mushroom with crab-like claws. Originally a Bug-type, Parasect gained the Grass-type upon evolution. According to Pokedex entries, Parasect is a host for a parasitic fungus that controls its behaviour. They can be found in forests digging underground.

Crustle

The Rock/Bug-type Crustle from the Unova region has sturdy shell armor that resembles a crab. Crustle collects rocks and debris to strengthen its natural armor over time. They can lift weights 100 times heavier than their own body. In the anime, Iris is a formidable team member.

Crabrawler

Discovered recently in the Alola region, Crabrawler's fighting abilities are no joke. This fighting type can use powerful punches and kicks to battle opponents many times its size. They live in coastal tide pools and will challenge any intruders. In the Sun/Moon games, Hau is seen training with his Crabrawler.

Clobbopus and Grapploct

An orange octopus with two crab-like claws. It is very curious and likes to learn new things by observing others. It evolves into Grapploct. Grapploct is the evolved form of Clobbopus, with a larger body and more tentacles. It is very skilled in grappling and can choke out its opponents with its suction cups.

Origins and Inspirations of Crab Pokemon

Crab Pokemon are inspired by various species of crabs and other crustaceans that exist in the real world. Some of the possible sources of inspiration for crab Pokemon are:

Krabby and Kingler: Based on red king crabs or fiddler crabs.

Corphish and Crawdaunt: Based on red swamp crayfish or signal crayfish.

Crabrawler and Crabominable: Based on coconut crabs or boxer crabs.

Clobbopus and Grapploct: Based on mimic octopuses or blanket octopuses.

Kabuto and Kabutops: Based on trilobites or helmet crabs.

Dwebble and Crustle: Based on hermit crabs or decorator crabs.

Binacle and Barbaracle: Based on goose barnacles or acorn barnacles.

Conclusion

From the classic Krabby line to the unusual mushroom-crab Parasect, the Crab Pokemon populate various regions and habitats in the Pokemon world. Their crab-inspired designs and tenacious natures make them memorable Pocket Monsters. Which is your favorite Crab Pokemon and why? Let me know in the comments!