Common Names
Common names for Clibanarius species include:
- Striped hermit crab
- Red-handed hermit crab
- Black-clawed hermit crab
- Yellow hermit crab
- Common hermit crab
Characteristics
Members of the genus Clibanarius have several key characteristics, including:
- A soft, uncalcified abdomen that they protect by living in empty gastropod shells.
- Asymmetrical claws, with one larger claw used for defense and the other for feeding.
- A wide range of colors, including red, brown, yellow, orange, and black.
- A size range from a few millimeters to several centimeters.
Environments
Clibanarius hermit crabs can be found in a variety of environments, including:
- Intertidal zones
- Coral reefs
- Seagrass beds
- Rocky shores
References
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