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Usually they withdraw into their shells and if you continue to touch them they will open their big pincher to let you know that they are prepared to fight if need be.

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Yes it can because some crabs are unique with there shells

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yes but i advise to handle gentlely and never cause it to get scared or you will be pinched if you do put in warm water he will most likely let go

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They run for cover to hide, and always go back into their shells

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