Costco's wild-caught steamed whole blue crab is sold by the pound and features Grade #1 large male blue crabs (Callinectes sapidus) sourced from domestic waters. The #1 grade designation indicates top-quality crabs with full, intact shells, all legs attached, and abundant claw and body meat.

Each crab is fully steamed and ready to eat, offering sweet, delicate meat characteristic of Atlantic blue crab. Male crabs (jimmies) are prized for their larger size and higher meat yield compared to females. They are excellent for cracking at the table, picking for crab cakes, or serving with drawn butter and Old Bay seasoning.

Blue crab is a lean, high-protein seafood. It is a natural source of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B12, zinc, and selenium.