Barnacle
Barnacles attach themselves to hard structures like rocks, boat hulls, or wharfs. They can also attach to other sea animals like lobsters, sea turtles, and whales. Once they are stuck in place, they are unable to move around on their own.
Acadian Hermit Crab
Hermit crabs need extra protection, so they borrow discarded snail shells to live in.
Lady Crab
Lady crab often bury themselves completely in sand. They are distinctive because of the paddles on their hind legs.
Rock Crab
Rock crabs are an important prey item for lobster. They are commercially harvested for lobster bait and human consumption.
American Lobster
The lobster is an important species for commercial fisheries in Atlantic Canada.