Maryland is known for its delicious seafood, and one of the most popular delicacies is the CRAB. The term 'Maryland Delicacy' can refer to two different types of crabs: the four-letter word 'CRAB' and the fifteen-letter word 'softshelledcrab'. Both of these crabs are found in the Chesapeake Bay and are a favorite among Marylanders. Softshell crabs are especially popular because they can be eaten whole, shell and all.