Red Reef Hermit
Paguristes cadenati
Adult red reef hermit crabs inhabit Caribbean reefs and nearby sandy or rocky bottoms, sheltering in empty snail shells. They are omnivorous scavengers that eat algae, detritus, and animal remains, helping recycle material on the reef. Their bright red body and strong claws can be hidden deep inside the shell when danger approaches.
- Type
- Shell
- Conservation status
- NE
Growth chain
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- Red Reef Hermit