The DENR and BAMZ have recently received several calls from members of the public who have encountered Giant Land Crabs (Cardisoma guanhumi). These large crabs sport a claw that can be the size of a person’s hand, and are usually blue or beige in colour. If you encounter a crab that is in immediate danger, you can contact BAMZ and DENR at 293-2727 for help.

Land crabs migrate to the sea to breed and release their eggs in the summer months, then return to their own burrow and territory. If the crab is not trapped, injured or otherwise in danger; please leave it alone to make its journey. Giant Land Crabs are protected by law under the Protected Species Act 2003, so please enjoy them from a distance and do not harm them. If you see a Giant Land Crab, please let us know by emailing environment@gov.bm .