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Blueberry Hermit Crab

Coenobita Purpureus

Photo by randp1
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Field Notes

Description:

This hermit crab was about 3 inches long. You can see a hand for comparison. It had at least 6 claw-tipped legs and two antennae. It was using a snail shell for protection. When threatened, it would retreat back into its shell and draw its legs up, as in the second picture.
The crab itself was a musty lavender color.

Habitat:

This was found on a sandy seashore near Batam, Indonesia, at about 5 o'clock in the evening.

Reference Links:

Facts about Coenobita purpureus, HCA: Hermit Crab Association • View topic - Coenobita purpureus - Up Clos…

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Comments (2)
randp1
Thanks! You won't believe how long it took to get the crab to extend its legs!
tanvid1
Great picture and great spotting@

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PublishedMarch 26, 2013

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