Gullycrab

A gullycrab (alt: gully-crab) is an amphibious crustacean common in Iyr, the Eizunuth Well area, and in parts of Ustraria. It is so known because of its preference for gullies and crevices near larger bodies of water.
A 'gullycrab claw' is the name given to a lockpicking instrument carried by the Mulir division of the Ustrarian Itoqir, though it is rarely seen elsewhere. Its construction reflects the narrow and long nature of its namesake's claws.

Basic Information

Anatomy

Shells can be 0.5'-1' wide and 5-7" thick; the crab has four legs and two claws, one of which is short and thicker while the other is long and narrow.

Behaviour

Largely solitary creatures outside of mating season.

Additional Information

Uses, Products & Exploitation

Their meat is edible and features in local cuisine, most often as a side dish. Their long claws are used in folk medicine or preserved whole to attract good luck and bounty (in the manner that the crabs use them to attract prey and mates).

Average Intelligence

Low to Average

Lifespan

7-15 Years

Conservation Status

Unconcerned

Body Tint, Colouring and Marking

Their bodies are stone-colored, usually relative to their habitat, with their long claws ranging from bright yellow to orange to red.

Geographic Distribution

• Icalar