Crab Pet Stats and Diet
- Damage modifier−5%
- Armor modifier+13%
- Health modifier−4%
Diet: Fish, Bread, Fungus, Fruit
Crab Pet Abilities and Ranks
Your pet learns each rank once it reaches the listed level. The unique ability is what sets this family apart.
| Ability | Type | Rank levels | Cooldown |
|---|---|---|---|
 Pinch | Unique | 12 / 24 / 36 / 48 / 60 | 30 sec |
 Claw | Shared | 1 / 8 / 16 / 24 / 32 / 40 / 48 / 56 | — |
 Dash | Shared | 30 / 40 / 50 | 30 sec |
Every family can also learn these from a pet trainer: Arcane Resistance, Cower, Fire Resistance, Frost Resistance, Great Stamina, Growl, Natural Armor, Nature Resistance, Shadow Resistance.
Where to Tame a Crab in WoW Forever
22 tameable beasts by level. Map links open the zone with the first spawn pinned; you cannot tame a beast above your own level.
| Beast | Level | Type | Where |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pygmy Surf Crawler | 5–6 | Normal | Durotar 52, 84 |
| Surf Crawler | 7–8 | Normal | Durotar 58, 84 |
| Encrusted Surf Crawler | 9–10 | Normal | Durotar 56, 11 |
| Pygmy Tide Crawler | 9–10 | Normal | Darkshore 35, 48 |
| Corrupted Surf Crawler | 10–11 | Normal | Durotar 57, 11 |
| Young Reef Crawler | 10–11 | Normal | Darkshore 35, 54 |
| Sand Crawler | 13–14 | Normal | Westfall 40, 13 |
| Tide Crawler | 13–14 | Normal | Darkshore 36, 69 |
| Reef Crawler | 15–17 | Normal | Darkshore 35, 72 |
| Sea Crawler | 15–16 | Normal | Westfall 31, 24 |
| Shore Crawler | 17–18 | Normal | Westfall 25, 65 |
| Encrusted Tide Crawler | 18–20 | Normal | Darkshore 32, 82 |
| Clattering Crawler | 19–20 | Normal | Ashenvale 7, 13 |
| Beast | Level | Type | Where |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raging Reef Crawler | 20–21 | Normal | Darkshore 29, 91 |
| Spined Crawler | 20–21 | Normal | Ashenvale 6, 15 |
| Skittering Crustacean | 22–23 | Elite | Blackfathom Deeps |
| Snapping Crustacean | 23–24 | Elite | Blackfathom Deeps |
| Barbed Crustacean | 25–26 | Elite | Blackfathom Deeps |
| Enraged Reef Crawler | 30–32 | Normal | Desolace 31, 32 |
| Beast | Level | Type | Where |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silt Crawler | 40–41 | Normal | Swamp of Sorrows 74, 5 |
| Southern Sand Crawler | 40–41 | Normal | Stranglethorn Vale 26, 86 |
| Monstrous Crawler | 43–44 | Normal | Swamp of Sorrows 84, 93 |
Common Questions
Where can I tame a crab in WoW Forever?
There are 22 tameable crab beasts across 8 zones and dungeons, the lowest at level 10. The tables on this page list each one with its level and a map link. Pygmy Surf Crawler (level 5–6) is a good place to start.
What is the crab pet's unique ability?
Pinch, with 5 ranks learned from level 12 and a 30-second cooldown. Crabs share the top armor modifier (+13%) and slow targets with Pinch.
Are crab pets good in WoW Forever?
The family modifiers are −5% damage, +13% armor and −4% health. Its role is durable tank with a slow.
What does a crab pet eat?
Crab pets eat fish, bread, fungus, fruit. Feed your pet from its diet to keep it happy and fighting at full strength.
What level do I need to tame a crab?
Hunters learn Tame Beast at level 10, and in Forever you cannot tame beasts above your own level. The lowest-level crab on this page is level 10.