Draw a Crab

A cheerful crab with two large open claws, jointed arms, an oval shell and three curved legs on each side.

Build the drawing in 24 guided strokes. Each step focuses on one part, a section of the outline, or one small detail. The on-screen guide shows which line to draw next.

Try a coral red crab with lighter orange joints and dark eyes. After drawing, tap the regions to color your picture.

How many steps are in this crab drawing?

There are 24 guided steps, with separate strokes for the main parts and details.

Can we use this drawing on paper?

Yes. Open the matching step-by-step tutorial to follow with a pencil or crayon, or draw directly in the browser.

What colors can we choose?

Try a coral red crab with lighter orange joints and dark eyes. Feel free to use your own colors too.

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