Classified as Vulnerable, the Horseshoe Crab inhabits ocean floor, coastal areas habitats in Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico. Weighing Up to 2.3 kg, it is exceptionally high among carnivore invertebrates.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Horseshoe Crab | Carnivore Invertebrates Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 2.3 kg | 0.0 kg | ↑ 52774% |
| Height | 56 cm | — | — |
| Avg Speed | 1.2 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Horseshoe Crab inhabits ocean floor, coastal areas habitats. It can be found in Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico.
Typical coloring: Brownish-gray.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Horseshoe Crab is a solitary species belonging to the Limulidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
VU The Horseshoe Crab is classified as Vulnerable. There are 34 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 10 carnivore invertebrates, the Horseshoe Crab’s weight of Up to 2.3 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 0.0 kg.
Weight rank: #27 of 34 Vulnerable species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sperm Whale | Up to 57000 kg | VU |
| 2 | African Elephant | 2700–6000 kg | VU |
| 3 | Great White Shark | Up to 2268 kg | VU |
| 4 | Hippopotamus | 1300–3200 kg | VU |
| 5 | Gaur | 600–1300 kg | VU |
Related Species
How much does a Horseshoe Crab weigh?
A Horseshoe Crab typically weighs Up to 2.3 kg, which is exceptionally high compared to the median of 0.0 kg among carnivore invertebrates.
What is the conservation status of the Horseshoe Crab?
The Horseshoe Crab is classified as “Vulnerable”. There are 34 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Horseshoe Crab live?
The Horseshoe Crab is found in Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, in ocean floor, coastal areas habitats.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026