Nonetheless, on average, they are about 3 – 4 inches (7 – 10 cm) in length and weigh 2.5 – 3.5 oz (80 – 100 g). They use the 3 rd left leg (the shield leg) for closing the shell with the slightly fat left pincer.Īlso, of its genus, the strawberry hermit crab is one of the largest capable of growing to a maximum length of 6 inches (12 cm). Strawberry hermit crabs occupy empty scavenged mollusk shells these shells protect their fragile exoskeleton and contribute to their bulky build. For this, they also have a nickname called “Candy cane crabs.” Young crabs have creamy or white streaking on their legs which tend to disappear as they mature. As they grow, their color changes gradually, and they acquire this stunning red color. The young crabs have a pale red to orange color. Interesting fact : Strawberry hermit crabs are able to locate food, mates, and water using olfactory antennae (antennules) to capture odors from the surrounding air. Their eyes are generally clear brown but sometimes gray, or deep black, stretched, and look like polished shiny iron ore. The abdomen of this hermit crab is always pure white. These markings earned them the common name “strawberry hermit crab.” It is indeed a sight to behold.Īdults are stunning bright red with white spots/pores (that look like hair follicles in humans) all around their bodies. Of all land crabs, this crab clearly stands out in appearance. It is characterized by its orange-red coloration, and it is the most attractive of its genus. This terrestrial crab is one of the easily identifiable crabs. These hermit crabs usually do not venture inland, and this habitat is imperative for its physiological functions. Coenobita perlatus is restricted to the lower terraces, closer to the sea.
Generally, they are found along the coastline. They are prevalent across the Indo Pacific - in Seychelles, African Islands, Aldabra, and Madagascar to Line and the Gambier Islands Bonin and Yaeyama Islands of Japan and Australia. Their original habitat is tropical and subtropical areas. These regions are the tropical areas of the Indian oceans, the west, and the central Pacific ocean.
It is popularly found in the Indo-pacific region. Their names originated from the reddish-orange color, more on this later. Crabs in this family are widely known for their land-living habits as adults. Land Hermit crab, Straws, and Candy Cane crabĬoenobita perlatus is a terrestrial hermit crab species of the family Coenobitidae. Quick Notes about Strawberry Hermit Crab Name Keep reading for all there is to know about the amazing Strawberry hermit crab, including how you can raise one in your captivity. Strawberry hermit crab is not easy to care for because it requires near-perfect, ideal conditions similar to that of its natural habitat, and that’s difficult to achieve even for experienced hobbyists. Unfortunately, this is far from the truth. These crabs are often marketed as low-maintenance pets. This crab is quite attractive and interesting owing to its characteristic reddish-orange color and the mollusk shell it possesses. Strawberry hermit crab (Coenobita perlatus) is a popular species of terrestrial hermit crab that is commonly kept as an aquarium pet.
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