Hermit Crab Family Paguroidea
Although most people’s experience with these crustaceans is limited to what they see in pet stores, there are more than 1,000 known species of hermit crab!
ORIGIN:
Worldwide
HABITAT:
Varies
HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
Varies
Length: Varies
DIET:
Varies
PREDATORS:
Birds, fish and larger crabs
NATURAL DEFENSES:
Sharp pincers; tough shell
REPRODUCTION:
Varies
THREATS:
Varies
LIFE EXPECTANCY:
Varies