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Unread 04/18/2006, 02:37 PM   #1
sean_w_mcgrath
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Do blue legged hermits moult?

Anyone know if they do? I keep finding what I thought were dead crabs, but all my crabs are accounted for...


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Unread 04/18/2006, 02:45 PM   #2
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Yes, they do. Along with other crabs and shrimps.


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Unread 04/18/2006, 02:49 PM   #3
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Great! Thanks! Now I know not to worry when I see a crab skeleton in the sand.


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Unread 04/18/2006, 08:07 PM   #4
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molting is a sign they will be looking for a new home soon


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