After a recent trip to France i was amazed at the number of spider crabs for sale in fishmongers and their popularity, so on my return i collected a few from the south Devon coast near to where i live to try them ,i collected large male crabs, with big claws , the only worthwhile meat is in the legs ,after cooking they were really tasty, just as good as other crab, they are very abundant around here at this time of year but hardly eaten locally,however i have seen a lot being loaded on lorries destined for the continent and after further research found out that they make up about 30% of all crustacean landings in this area almost all for export ,i was wondering if any other spearos eat them regularly ,i know they are not exactly a sporting challenge to a dedicated spearo but they are a tasty ,easy ,seasonal, sustainable ?,bonus to anyone who likes sea food , and crab is a pretty costly delicacy , and potters i have spoken to find them a nuisance as they take their pot bait ,but are not often kept for market so no conflict with potters ! i often see them near pots as they are drawn to the bait .