Hermit Crab
Your Happy Healthy Pet
Chapter One
What Is a
Hermit Crab?
Nearly everyone knows what a hermit crab
looks like. These charming creatures have been known
by humans for centuries. Famous for their ability to inhabit the abandoned
shells of other sea creatures, hermit crabs carry their homes around on their
backs while prowling seashores and tide pools looking for morsels to eat. Wild
hermit crabs have long been the subject of documentaries and cartoons, and are
among the most beloved of all sea creatures.
Hermit crabs are not only fascinating as a species, they also make wonderful
pets. Fun to watch and easy to care for, they are the first pet of choice for many
children. They have also won the hearts of adults the world over.
Scientifically Speaking
Hermit crabs are members of the Arthropoda phylum, which means they are
related to spiders, insects, and lobsters. But unlike these other arthropods, hermit
crabs are crustaceans and therefore have two sets of antennae instead of one.
All arthropods have segmented bodies and jo ... read full excerpt from Hermit Crab: Your Happy Healthy Pet ebook
