The Crusty Fossils
Carolyn C. Smith
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The coconut crab is one of the largest of the hermit crabs. It has dispensed its mollusk shell, having succeeded in rehardening its own skin, and taken to land. This species is an interesting creature. The coconut crab, also known as the robber crab, climbs coconut palm trees and eats the nut. It has very sharp claws that are used to drill holes in the nut and eat the meat. This species is about 18 inches long and make their homes in the crevices of coral reefs or other safe places. They are found in the tropics.