In the video, a person is holding a small red crab in their hand. The crab is crawling on the person's hand and appears to be exploring its surroundings. The person is holding the crab gently and allowing it to move freely. The background is blurred, but it seems to be an indoor setting with artificial lighting. The crab's body is bright red, and it has long legs and a small tail. The person's hand is visible in the foreground, and the crab is the main focus of the video.