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Why do hermit crabs loose legs so fast?

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they walk on them to much

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What do you do if your Hermit Crabs loose legs?

you don't need to do anything a hermit crab will do it itself. if a hermit crab losses a leg it will grow back. it will grow back after molting.


How many species of hermit crab is there?

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Why are hermit crabs related to spiders?

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Do hermit crabs molt claws and legs?

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How does the hermit crabs move?

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What are the hairs on a hermit crabs legs for?

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Do hermit crabs eat their legs that have fallen off?

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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.


Does crabs move slow or fast?

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Is it true that crab have only 2 pairs of legs?

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