Striated Hermit Crab

Dardanus arrosor

Like most hermit crabs this is a scavenger on dead shells and fishes but may be able to catch and feed on crabs and other living animals.



Feedback and queries should be sent to the Discovery Centre at Museum Victoria.
Please note, the Discovery Centre can help you only with questions about crustaceans from southeastern Australia. It can not advise on the care of pet hermit crabs or on crustaceans from other regions.

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