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As hermit crabs turn to plastic waste for homes, this photographer is giving them a fighting chance

When wildlife photographer Shawn Miller discovered Okinawa's hermit crabs living in plastic bottle caps instead of shells, he ...
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Hermit crabs turn human trash into unusual ‘homes,’ study says. See what they chose

Whether kept as pets or spotted along a seashore, hermit crabs are a familiar sight. These small crustaceans are known for carrying shells on their backs as a form of protection and camouflage. But, ...
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Say Hi To “Strawberry Claws”, A New Hermit Crab Species With Fabulous Red Pincers

Laura holds a Master's in Experimental Neuroscience and a Bachelor's in Biology from Imperial College London. Her areas of expertise include health, medicine, psychology, and neuroscience. Laura holds ...
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Reversing the Stigma Surrounding Hermit Crabs

CHINCOTEAGUE, Va. -- Hermit crabs are common on Delmarva, often sold as a novelty at gift shops near the beach. One woman on Chincoteauge Island is looking to alter that mindset. Most people likely ...