Why do Hermit crabs wriggle their antennas?

Anonymous

∙ 14y ago

Updated: 8/19/2019

The outer pair is to feel what is physically around them (they don't have the best eyesight). The inner pair is for smelling and sensing temperature. They move them around to waft the air and test it for signs of food or changes in temp.

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∙ 14y ago

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Do Hermit Crabs Have Antennas?

Yes hermit crabs have antennas.

What are the antennas's for on a Hermit Crab?

Hermit crabs can't see really well with their eyes so they have antennas to feel whats around them and to communicate.

Where is a hermit crabs mouth?

Between the antennas but like a cm down from them.

How many antennas do hermit crabs have?

two when they come ou tof their shell...hope that helps!!

How many hermit crabs is too many hermit crabs?

A lot

Are hermit crabs herbavores?

No, Hermit Crabs are omnivores.

What Enemies Do Hermit Crabs Have?

fish and bigger hermit crabs

Are hermit crabs death?

No hermit crabs are small and friendly

What are the hermit crabs preditors?

sea birds, fish, octopuses, crabs, and other hermit crabs

Can hermit crabs kill moon crabs?

it deppends on how big the hermit crabs and the moon crabs are but if the hermit crab is bigger youv'e got your self a dead moon crab

Can cats eat hermit crabs?

yes

Do hermit crabs use meiosis?

Hermit crabs use meiosis to reproduce