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If a crab were to lose its legs it would probably would not be able to move around and die.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agoThey have 8 but u can only see 6 because the 2 back legs are hiding in the shell!
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How many species of hermit crab is there?
hermit crabs have 10 legs...you only see 6 because the other 4 are inside the shell holding it on. They are much smaller and look quite different from the visible legs. Two of their legs have pincers, while 4 are walking legs.
How any legs do hermit crabs have?
69
Why are hermit crabs related to spiders?
because of their legs
When a hermit crabs legs fall off can you still leave it in with the other hermit crabs?
yes but if u do make sure the other crabs don't eat it!
Do hermit crabs molt claws and legs?
yes acoshonly
How does the hermit crabs move?
they use their claws and tiny legs!
What are the hairs on a hermit crabs legs for?
They are like feelers on snails
Do hermit crabs eat their legs that have fallen off?
No, land hermit crabs will not eat their own legs that have fallen off due to stress, a fight, or injury. Only when they molt will they eat their legs with the rest of the exoskeleton.
Can hermit crabs regenerate arms?
Yes, hermit crabs can regenerate arms and legs. They do this by molting, much in the way that snakes do when they shed. From there, their legs can regrow and regenerate themselves over time.
Why do hermit crabs loose legs so fast?
they walk on them to much
Is it true that crab have only 2 pairs of legs?
It is true that hermit crabs have two pairs of walking legs. They are not considered to be true crabs because true crabs have five pairs of legs.
Do hermit crabs legs come off?
Yes, crabs legs can come off if they do they will grow back when they molt so don't worry!
