What are pea crabs and why are they in my oysters?

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Found these on the tray after slurping down oysters. Physically I'm fine, mentally is another story LOL! Should I be worried? P.S. Didn't know where else to post. : r/Fishing

I found a tiny crab in my oyster. : r/mildlyinteresting

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What are pea crabs and why are they in my oysters?

i don't know if this is an insect or not, looks like a crab to me. my mom doesn't agree. It's kind of transparent REALLY tiny. We're in Washington DC, she was

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Pea crab, Freshwater, Parasitic, Symbiotic

Bowens Island - Pea Crabs 🦀 are the tiny crabs sometimes found Atlantic Coast oysters 🦪 and are considered a delicacy, as well as a sign of good luck! So next time

Shucked an oyster yesterday and found a pea crab inside. Can I release it safely? : r/boston