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1. Turtles belong to one of the oldest reptile groups in the world – beating snakes, crocodiles and alligators!
2. These creatures date back to the time of the dinosaurs, over 200 million years ago – woah!
3. Turtles are easily recognised by their bony, cartilaginous shell.

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Turtles are wonderful creatures. And the thing that stands out for them is their shell. Those tough shells can protect turtles from all kinds of predators. But, are turtles born with shells?
Yes, turtles are born with shells. During the early stages of turtles' life, their shells are soft. As turtles grow, the shells harden and develop fully. Even if turtles are born with a shell, they cannot slide out of it. You also cannot pull out the turtles from their shell without hurting them.
Now, you may also want to know why these animals need shells in the first place. The turtle's shell is an important part of its body, and you will find out why in the sections below.

Do New Born Turtles Have Shells?

Turtles have hard shells that look like a suit of armor to protect them from predators. They have their limbs, heads, and tails sticking out of their shell. So, it is common to wonder if they are born with it.

Sea turtles (Cheloniidae family) have a streamlined body shape with long feet used as flippers. These features make them adapt to aquatic habitats. These turtles mostly stay underwater. They only leave the ocean when the females want to lay their eggs. But some species, like the green sea turtle, come out on beaches and reefs to bask.

Every turtle is born with a shell. However, during the early stages after their birth, the shells are very soft. Even though hatchlings still get enough protection from their soft shell, their shell hardens as they grow into adults. Unlike a few other animals, turtles are not capable of molting and growing new shells as they grow and mature.

The turtle's shell is part of its exoskeleton, and thus it grows with it as the turtle matures. The shell grows proportionally with the whole skeletal system. Land turtles' shells are rounded, thick, and are covered in special plates. On the other hand, sea turtles' shell is a bit softer with a leathery covering.

The plates covering the shell of land turtles are known as scutes. Over time, these scutes grow, overlap, and may even shed off. However, only turtle scutes shed and not the shell itself.
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How Did Turtles Get Their Shells?

We do not know for sure why, how, or when turtles evolved to have shells, but thanks to some discoveries, there are a few answers. In recent times, scientists have found fossils in Eunotosaurus Africanus. These fossils are the missing link between previous fossils of turtles without shells and modern turtles. This "in-between" shell helped biologists to find out how the turtle shells evolved.

Nonetheless, we can say for sure that turtles mainly use their shells to protect themselves from predators. Tough shells are very difficult for predators to bite or get their claws through. Though sea turtles have softer shells, it is still strong enough to protect them from predators' bites or scratches.

Do Turtles Die If Their Shells Are Damaged?

Even though a broken shell may be life-threatening for turtles, it is not a death sentence. Turtles can survive a crack or break in their shell. It only means that their body has been opened up. It is quite similar to cracking your fingernail or scratching your skin.

However, if such injuries are left untreated, they could result in major infections. Sometimes, turtles have broken or cracked shells because of an injury or unsanitary tank conditions and poor diet. This can cause ulcers (i.e. "shell rot") on the turtle's shell, which can be life-threatening.

If turtles do not get enough sunlight, it could lead to many diseases and shell abnormalities. Lack of calcium is another culprit for shell ulcers in turtles. Shell rot may also indicate health conditions like kidney damage, thyroid issues, and liver disease in turtles.
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What Happens If You Try To Remove Turtles Out Of Their Shell?

Turtles cannot come out of their shells, and you should not try to force them out. You cannot bring a turtle out of its shell safely because the shell is part of its exoskeleton. If you try to do so, you would inflict great pain on the turtle and eventually kill it.

Removing a turtles shell is just like peeling off the skin on your back or removing your spine and ribs. It is a very painful thing to do to a turtle. Turtles cannot come out of their shells, but they can pull their heads and limbs inside. And some turtles can even close their shells so tight that nothing can come in.

Also, don't try to pry a turtle shell open as the muscles holding the shell are very strong. You will only end up hurting the turtle if you do this.

What To Do If A Turtle's Shell Is Damaged?

Since turtle shells consist of living, natural materials, they can heal by themselves. Just the way your broken arm will slowly heal, a turtle's shell will also heal by itself. However, it would be best not to ignore the turtle's cracked shell.

If you own a turtle, you should know that a small fracture may expose your pet to harmful bacteria that can kill it. If your turtle's shell is broken, take it to a Veterinarian.

The Veterinarian may administer some medicines to heal the wound faster and seal the crack with special bonding materials. If the fracture is small, it will be easier to fix than a bigger one.
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How Do Turtles Grow Their Shells?

Turtles need calcium for healthy shell growth and maintenance. Turtles have either scales or scutes, made of keratin to protect their shells or a leathery cover for their cartilage shells.

Apart from calcium, they also need many minerals and vitamins in their diets to maintain shell growth at the same pace as their body.

Can Turtles Change Their Shells?

Every turtle is born with one shell and cannot change it.

Though a few turtles can shed their old scutes when new ones form, they still cannot shed their shell.

Since a turtle never leaves its shell, it cannot change to a new one.
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Final Thoughts

Turtles are reptiles with a shell that looks like armor, which they use for protection against predators. However, they do not just grow this shell at some point; they are born with it.

The hatchlings' shell is softer than that of an adult turtle.

In all, if you own a turtle, always remember that they need their shell to survive. So don't try to remove a turtle from its shell.

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By Josie F. Turner, Journalist specialized in Animal Welfare.

When we think of animals with shells, our first thought might be the turtle. Their shell is not only part of the turtle's body, but part of a larger cultural identity and historical mythology. However, there are many types of animals with shells. They are designed to protect animals against predators, but also have other uses which help them to survive. The diversity of animals with shells means is fascinating which is why AnimalWised brings you this list of animals with shells, providing examples and pictures for reference.

What is a shell?

The shell is a structure which protects all or part of an animal's body. They occur in nature on both vertebrates and invertebrates. The shell functions as a shield to protect the animal according to its individual needs.

While turtles are perhaps the best known examples, animals with shells also include shrimp and bivalve mollusks such as clams and snails. Due to the variety of animals which have a shell, the structure itself can be either rigid and almost indestructible or flexible and membranous. Similarly, some shells cover almost all of the animal's body, while others might only be part of their morphology. Some shells are entire while others are parts of a segmented system.

If you are asking what animals with shells are called, then it's important to note there is no one term. This is because the taxonomy of shelled animals is so large. The shell itself may have different names, but it can always be described as a shell. For example, some marine animals with shells such as a turtle or lobster have a carapace, but a snail's shell is simply known as a shell.

What are animal shells used for?

As we state above, an animal's shell is used for protection. The more specific reasons include:

Offering protection from inclement weather

Protect against predators

Protect internal organs

Allows for better adaptation to the animal's habitat

Additionally, some shells may move while others will not be able to perform this function. Turtles have a shell which covers the main part of their body, but leaves their head, limbs and tail free. Other species such as crabs and lobsters have a shell which covers their entire body. Some animals change their shell as they grow. Crabs molt their shell and have to wait until their new shell hardens. During this time they are more vulnerable to predators. Some other animals may used their old shell for their own purposes.

For bivalve mollusks such as snails or mussels, their shell is made up of mineral tissue. These minerals are secreted by the mollusk themselves through a structure known as the mantle. Thanks to this process, the shell is forme don top of the mantle and protects the mollusks soft body.

List of animals with shells

We now provided you are list of animals with shells. Included is various information about the characteristics of each animal as well as a photo:

1. Herman's tortoise (Testudo hermanni)

The Herman's tortoise, as with other turtle species, has a short, bu wide body and a shell consisting of rigid bone scales. As with all tortoises, they are a type of land turtle which does not need to live in water to carry out certain functions. The dorsal part of the carapace is the part which points upwards when right side up. The underneath part is called the plastron.

In this species, the shell has yellow and black coloring which helps us to identify them. In addition to protection, the shell is also a means of thermoregulation as exposing it to the sun helps radiate heat through the body underneath.

2. Pond slider (Trachemys scripta)

The pond slider is a species of semi-aquatic turtle that lives in and around freshwater. It is distributed in the swamps and lagoons of North America and Mexico, possessing the ability to swim and walk on the banks. It has gained popularity as a pet and cam nowadays be found in captivity almost all over the world.

Marine and land turtles have some differences, including the shell. Sea turtles need less resistance in water currents to swim faster. For this reason, they have a smoother and flatter shell.

For land turtles, their shells tend to be harder and have more irregular shapes. The purpose of this is both to help camouflage against predators and to help prevent them front getting purchase when they are bitten. These differences also help us to differentiate between different turtle species.

3. African giant snail (Achatina fulica)

The giant African snail is an animal with both a shell and antennae. They are a gastropod mollusk which originates in Africa, although they can be found in other parts of the world. In these other places they are often considered a an invasive species. Due to its large size, they are one of the most extravagant land snails. The shell has a spiral shape and protects the snails internal organs. They can also seek refuge from predators by retracting completely back inside their shell.

4. Giant clam

The giant clam belongs to a group of marine animals with shells. They are a mollusk, but there are almost 13,000 different species of giant clam. The shell has two parts joined together with a hinge. The edges of these parts are fringed with 4 or 5 vertical folds, helping to distinguish them from other clam species. They live attached to coral reefs and have no head, appendages or jaws.

5. Chambered nautilus (Nautilus pompilius)

This is a cephalopod mollusk considered a living fossil due to the age of the species (earliest fossils date back to the Early Pleistocene epoch). They have a developed and hard shell that can measure between a few millimeters to 30 centimeters. Through the entrance of the shell, tentacles appear. The chambered nautilus lives at the bottom of the sea and mainly feeds on fish or carrion.

6. Florida stone crab (Menippe mercenaria)

The Florida stone crab is a decapod crustacean which is distributed throughout the coasts of Central America and the Eastern USA. The exoskeleton of the crab is a shell formed from quinine and calcium carbonate. These components are what give the crab's shell its hardness, something present in various crustacean animals. This exoskeleton moves as they grow and includes claws and pincers.

7. Reef lobster (Enoplometopus holthuisi)

Reef lobsters are a group of lobster species which are in the same family as crabs. They are characterized by their hard shell which is spiny or smooth, depending on the part of the body. Generally, the carapace is smooth and the sines are on their legs and other parts, although it will depend on the individual species. Enoplometopus holthuisi is pictured below where you can see beautiful distinct circular and striped markings. The lobsters live on the reefs between 20 and 80 m deep where they feed mainly on fish and carrion.

8. Sacred scarab (Scarabaeus sacer)

The sacred scarab is an insect which lives in the Mediterranean, inhabiting swamp areas and river banks. As with other beetle species, they have a hard exoskeleton which acts as its shell. This exoskeleton is made up of various plates, similar to a suit of armor.

Sacred scarabs are a type of dung beetle, perhaps the most famous type. Part of the reason for this is their links to Ancient Egyptian mythology as the way they roll balls of dung across the land was seen to represent Khepri, the god of the morning sun. The sun rolls across the sky as this animal rolls dung across the land.

9. Pacific cleaner shrimp (Lysmata amboinensis)

This animal with a shell is another crustacean on our list. This type is a decapod crustacean which live on reefs located in the Pacific and Indian oceans. They measure up to 6 cm, have 10 legs and a sectional body. Although they have a shell, it is not as hard of some of their crustacean relatives. The shell of this animal starts at the forehead and moves down the thorax, abdomen and tail with different sectional plates. They feed by eating parasites off fish in a symbiotic nature.

10. American dog tick (Dermacentor variabilis)

An even smaller animal with a shell is the American dog tick, otherwise known as the wood tick. They are an ectoparasite in the mite family. They frequently feed on mammals such as dogs, cats and horses. They are notoriously difficult to get rid of. Part of the reason for this is their shell which is part of their exoskeleton. This protects their internal organs, but since they are so small they are very robust. They feed on blood and can be a vector for various diseases such as lyme disease.

Other animals with shells

Here ends our list of 10 animals with shells. We have given a good range of the types of animals which have a shell, but there are so many more species which have this type of structure. They include:

Mantis shrimp (Squilla mantis)

Squat lobster (Munida gregaria)

Velvet crab (Necora puber)

European lobster (Homarus gammarus)

Patagonian shrimp (Pleoticus muelleri)

Death's head cockroach (Blaberus craniifer)

Cat flea (Ctenocephalides felis)

Doodle bug (Armadillidium vulgare)

Nine-banded armadillo (Dasypus novemcinctus)

Argentinian wood roach (Blaptica dubia)

Red-footed tortoise (Chelonoidis carbonaria)

Brown crab (Cancer pagurus)

Yellow crab (Metacarcinus anthonyi)

Chilean king crab (Lithodes santolla)

Dublin Bay prawn (Nephrops norvegicus)

Green chiton (Chiton glaucus)

Scaly foot snail (Chrysomallon squamiferum)

Longhorn cowfish (Lactoria cornuta)

Spiny spider crab (Maia squinado)

Mediterranean mussel (Mytilus galloprovincialis)

Apart from the armadillo, there are no other mammals with shells in the world. Their shell is made from similar material to a turtle's shell. However, it is important to note the difference between scales and shells. Some animals have hard scales which act as armor, but they are not shells. To know more you can find out about animals with scales on AnimalWised.

If you want to read similar articles to Animals with Shells - Examples with Pictures, we recommend you visit our Facts about the animal kingdom category.

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A hermit crab looks like a lobster but the lobster have a shell on its back and a hermit crab had does not have a shell on its back.
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1)Crabs have an exoskeleton which protect their bodies.
2)Crabs can move in 4 different ways.1 is front,2 is back,3 is left side and 4 is right side.
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The gastropods (/ˈɡæstrəpɒdz/), commonly known as snails and slugs, belong to a large taxonomic class of invertebrates within the phylum Mollusca called Gastropoda /ɡæˈstrɒpədə/.

This class comprises snails and slugs from saltwater, from freshwater, and from the land. Coen

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hermit crabs live in dead creatuers body . When it grows bigger it will move into another shell. We should not pick up shells from the beach because it might have hermit crabs or other creatures shell.thank you and have a nice day

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- Crabs have a very hard exoskeleton that protect them against predators.
- They live in both fresh and salt water. Some live completely in land too.
- Crabs are omnivores, they eat almost anything they find, like algae, shell fishes or worms.
- Crabs have 5 pairs of legs. The claws of a crab aid in swimming across the ocean floor.

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1) Crabs have thick exoskeleton and we know them as shells.
2) Female crabs are bigger than male crabs.
3)They use their single pair of claws to defend themselves.
4)The hermit crab doesn't have a strong shell of its own so it borrows them from discarded shells! 

I love crabs that are cooked in spicy sambal or marinated in sauce!

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Snails eat lettuce very fast
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TURTLES BORN MORE THAN 10 BABYS.LOBSTERS HAVE SHELLS AROUND THEIR BODYS.SOME CRABS HAVE STORNG SHELLS BUT SOME DONSEN'T HAVE STORNG SHELLS. Ash Koh
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hermit crabs finds bigger shells as they grow older.Avent
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(1) Sea turtles have shell that protect them from other animal wanted eat them.
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1. Turtles and tortoises  do not have the same shell pattern 2. they do not live together turtles live in water and tortoises live in land.
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Hermit crabs are commonly seen on many of our shores. They come in all sizes from tiny to large, and live in all kinds of shells. The same kind of hermit crab may live in different kinds of empty shells. Hermit crabs may live even in broken shells. Coen
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1)Clam have round and fan-shaped shells which protect them from the sea otters that want to eat them.
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3)Clam live in the sea.They can hold their breath for several hours.
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Sea Turtles spend most of their lifes in water. It can swim thousands of miles. And they live a long life.Natasha

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1. Turtles belong to one of the oldest reptile groups in the world – beating snakes, crocodiles and alligators!
2. These creatures date back to the time of the dinosaurs, over 200 million years ago.
3. Turtles are easily recognised by their bony, cartilaginous shell. This super-tough casing acts like a shield to protect them from predators – some turtles can even tuck their head up inside their shell for extra protection!
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Hermit crabs are omnivorous scavengers, eating microscopic mussels and clams, bits of dead animals, and macroalgae. These crustaceans have been misnamed for two reasons: First, they're not true crabs, like blue crabs, in that they don't have a uniformly hard exoskeleton and can't grow their own shells.Avent

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Snail is a common name for gastropod molluscs that can be split into three groups, land snails, sea snails and freshwater snails.

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Giant clam is the largest sessile (attached to the ground) mollusk in the world. It can be found in the tropical waters of Indian and Pacific oceans, in Thailand, Japan, Micronesia and Australia. Giant clam inhabits coral reefs and lagoons that provide enough sun light. Number of giant clams in the wild is drastically reduced due to overharvesting. People collect giant clams because of their meat and because they look very attractive when exposed in aquariums. Giant clams are listed as vulnerable, which means they can become endangered in the near future.
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Lobsters were considered a delicacy during the Middle Ages in Europe, and even served as medicine. The rostrum, or frontal part of the body, was pulverized and used to help people pass kidney stones. The gastrolith, or gizzard stone which the lobster uses to help grind up food, was handy for treating stomach aches [source: Lobster Conservancy].
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But like all brackish creatures with aggressive tendencies, you need to know what you're doing if you want to own one. That's why we put together this guide.

This resource has everything you need to know about Red Claw Crab care. It includes info about their ideal tank setup, diet, tank mates, average lifespan, and more!

Species Summary

Red Claw Crabs (scientifically known as Perisesarma Bidens) are unique little creatures that you can keep in your aquarium. While they may be shy and defensive, these crabs are full of character.

Originally, these crabs hail from bodies of water throughout Asia. They can be found in shallow rivers and estuaries that meet with the sea. Thus, their natural habitat is typically brackish.

Contrary to popular belief, Red Claw Crabs are not freshwater crustaceans. While they can survive in a purely freshwater tank, but they will not reach their full life expectancy unless they have some brackish water to live in.

Despite the ever-growing popularity of Red Claw Crabs, there are still a lot of misconceptions about these invertebrates. They are a unique creature to care for with some distinct needs that you have to address.

Lifespan
In captivity, the average Red Claw Crab is between 2 and 2.5 years.
However, this is only possible if you're providing them with the very best environment! Like all aquatic animals, these crabs are sensitive to water conditions.

Red Claw Crabs are special critters that you need to be extra careful with. They're often advertised as freshwater aquatic crabs. That's simply not true. These crabs need both air and brackish water to truly thrive.

When kept in freshwater Red Claw Crabs have much shorter lifespans. Many will only last a few months. The same goes for crabs that are unable to access fresh air.

Even if you do things right and provide brackish water, you'll need to stay on top of water conditions to keep your crabs healthy (more on that later). Inferior conditions can lead to undue stress, disease, and a shorter life expectancy.

Appearance

Red Claw Crabs are stunning crustacean with some standout features. With most specimen, the main body is relatively neutral. It's usually brown and accompanied by spots for easy camouflage.

You might see some large patches of dark black on top of their heads as well. It's usually found in the center of their carapace. On the two corners of their head, these crabs have bulging, antennae-like eyes.

In total, the Red Claw Crab has 10 legs. The first eight are built for walking around sandy environments. They're pointed and usually take on a similar color pattern to the rest of the body.

The most identifying feature of these crabs is their claws! As you might have guessed, their claws are bright red in color. The tips may be colored orange or yellow. Brightness and color can vary slightly from crab to crab, but all specimen have vivid red claws.

There are some subtle differences between male and female crabs. Males tend to have meatier claws. They're usually also a bit more vivid in terms of coloration.

Like other crab species, you can also easily distinguish between male and female specimen by taking a look at the underside of their bodies. The crabs have a small flat flap. For males, the flap is triangular or pointy. With females, it's broad and round.

Average Size

The typical size of an adult Red Claw Crab is about 4 inches (this is measured in leg span).

Author Note: However, their carapace is much smaller. The main body of the crab is usually only about 2 to 2.5 inches wide.

Red Claw Crab Care

Red Claw Crab care requires you to be aware of the unique conditions that these animals need. You can't just pop them in a freshwater tank and call it day! Their habitats should be carefully crafted and heavily monitored.

The good news is that creating their environment isn't too difficult if you know what to do. It can be a fun process that results in a beautiful aquarium setup.

Tank Size

We recommend a tank size of at least 10 gallons if you plan on keeping Red Claw Crabs.

While some aquarists haven't had any problems keeping these crabs in tanks as small as 5 gallons, a bit of extra space makes a big difference. While they might be small, they need plenty of space to explore and claim territory.

A 10-gallon tank should be suitable for a single male and a couple of females. As always, go with a larger tank if possible. The more space these crabs have the better!

This is because they're highly territorial and can exhibit signs of aggression. We'll get into that a bit later.

Author Note: If you're able to invest in a paludarium, that's an even better choice. A paludarium is a unique tank that's designed to accommodate both underwater and land environments. If you go with one of these tanks, choose a model that's about 60 centimeters, or 24 inches, wide.

Water Parameters

Providing the right water parameters is probably the most important part of Red Claw Crab care.

If you want to keep this species happy and healthy you'll need to replicate their natural environment in the wild.

Normally they can be found in waters all throughout Asia. Typically, these bodies of water are rather shallow.

They are frequently found in mangrove swamps around the coasts. This means the water in your tank should be hard, slightly alkaline, and brackish.

The brackish element is the most important piece of the puzzle. In order to provide this, you'll need to add some marine salt to the water to give is some slight salinity. To give you a point of reference, it's only about a sixth of the saltiness as pure ocean water.

Here are some parameters to follow closely:

Water temperature: 70°F to 88°F (your target should be the middle of this range)

pH levels: 7.5 to 8.5

Water hardness: 8 to 25 dGH

Specific gravity: 1.005

Author Note: Since these critters are so particular when it comes to water conditions, you should be performing regular tests to ensure that the parameters are where they need to be. Get a reliable testing kit that will give you readings you can trust.

Tank Setup & Decorations

Putting together the perfect tank setup for Red Claw Crabs is quite fun and unique! As we said earlier, these crustaceans need land and water to stay healthy.

Ideally, you should keep the water to land ratio around 3 to 1. That means the habitat should be primarily water with some chunks of land for the crab to relax on.

Start by applying some sand substrate. Sand is best for Red Claw Crabs because they like to scavenge, dig, and burrow. It's a safe and easy material for them to maneuver on.

You can build a landmass with the sand if you're using a standard aquarium. Some paludariums have built-in shelves to make it easier to create sandy landmasses. Alternatively, you could always use floating perches.

In the water, you should implement several natural decorations.

Driftwood and rocks are good options. The crabs will use them whenever they feel threatened or scared. They're especially important when the crab molts.

Plants are good too, but Red Claw Crabs are notorious for shredding and uprooting plant leaves. Their claws are made for slicing, so they have no problem ruining your plants!

They're particularly fond of brackish Java Ferns. To overcome destructive behavior, you can utilize silk plants instead of live ones.

As always, a strong filtration system is required. Go with a marine filtration system if possible. They can cycle the water efficiently without affecting the salinity levels too much. Either way, we always recommend performing a 10 percent water change every week to keep levels in good shape.

On top of the tank, make sure that you have a strong lid. Red Claw Crabs are cunning escape artists. They have been known to crawl up inlet tubes and escape through any little gap they can find.

Unfortunately, these crabs don't survive very long if they don't have access to water. They'll quickly dehydrate out of the tank, so it's important to make sure that they can't get out!

Common Possible Diseases

One great characteristic of Red Claw Crabs is that they're very resilient against disease. These invertebrates have been known to feast on sick and diseased fish without experiencing any problems whatsoever.

However, they can experience bacterial and fungal infections. Parasitic infestations are known to occur as well. Fortunately, all of those issues are very rare.

Overcrowding and stress have been known to increase the chances of disease in Red Claw Crabs, so make sure to keep these creatures comfortable. Regular water changes and heavy monitoring of water conditions can help you avoid illness as well.

Food & Diet

Red Claw Crabs can be quite predatory. However, they're omnivores that will accept anything you give them. In most cases, predatory behavior is actually more about territorial disputes than food.
To keep your crabs healthy you can feed them a varied diet of protein and vegetables.
They love snacking on bloodworms, brine shrimp, and pieces of uncooked fish or shrimp. As for vegetables, you can provide blacked spinach, peas, or other leafy greens.

In the wild, they feast on mangrove leaves pretty frequently. As a result, you'll often find them chowing down on any plant leaves they can get their claws on in the tank.

Standard commercial foods work well, too. The crabs do fine with algae pellets and sinking fish food. In our opinion, they seem to prefer the other foods though.

Behavior & Temperament

Red Claw Crabs can be a joy to watch. That is, however, if they let you watch them!

These crabs are known to be quite skittish and tend to do most of their exploring at night. During the day this species will spend a lot of time hiding.

Over time, many owners have reported that these critters will stop hiding. Once they get comfortable with the environment and your presence, they should become more active. You'll be able to watch them scavenge for food and burrow around the substrate.

But be careful, these crabs can be quite aggressive.

They are territorial creatures that will fight to protect their space. If another crab or fish encroaches on that territory, be prepared for some feisty behavior!!

If they're upset or frightened they'll raise their claws. Sometimes they'll retreat and hide, and other times they'll attack. They have been known to kill other fish and animals, so be careful about what you put in the tank.

Author Note: Another thing to be wary of is the molting process. Like other invertebrates, Red Claw Crabs will get rid of their shells as they grow.

During this time, they are very vulnerable to attack. Provide plenty of hiding spots so that they can feel safe as their new shells harden!

Red Claw Crab Tank Mates

First of all, let's get one thing straight:

Red Claw Crabs are best kept in species-specific tanks. There's a couple of reasons for this.

First, they're incredibly territorial and have been known to fight. Secondly, their brackish nature makes it difficult to find compatible tank mates.

However, some aquarists have been able to keep peaceful fish as Red Claw Crab tank mates as well. If you go this route, you'll need to choose peaceful, fast-swimming fish that stick to the top of the aquarium.

Fish like Flagfish, Mollies, and larger Gobies (don't pair them with the Bumblebee Goby) have been known to do well.

Just keep in mind that your tank needs room for dry land. As a result, the underwater portion will be much smaller.

Your best bet would be to keep only a few Red Claw Crabs together. The best scenario is a single male with one or two females. Mulitple males should not be kept in the same tank together.

They will be aggressive and fight one another until there's only one left! This may also happen with females, but it's not as widespread.

To avoid aggressive behavior as much as possible, provide the largest tank possible and utilize as many hiding spots as you can. Every crab should have their own space where they can be alone.

Breeding

Breeding Red Claw Crabs in captivity is nearly impossible. Some aquarists have seen the creatures spawn in tanks. However, the eggs rarely ever hatch. Even those that do tend to die off quickly.

These crabs begin their lives as larvae, so they are very vulnerable to attacks. The crabs don't exhibit any parental behavior whatsoever. In most cases, the adults will feast on the larvae.

With the closed nature of an aquarium, the chances of survival for Red Claw Crab babies are next to zero.

Are You Still Interested In This Species?

Now that you have a full understanding of what proper Red Claw Crab care entails, it's time to decide if this species is right for you.

Like all brackish creatures, these crabs require a little bit of extra effort and knowledge if you want them to thrive. While some aquarists view this as a hassle they want to avoid, others find it an appealing challenge.

If you're in the latter category, we definitely recommend giving these animals a chance. Not only are they a ton of fun, but they're extremely rewarding to keep!

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1. Turtles belong to one of the oldest reptile groups in the world – beating snakes, crocodiles and alligators!
2. These creatures date back to the time of the dinosaurs, over 200 million years ago.
3. Turtles are easily recognised by their bony, cartilaginous shell. This super-tough casing acts like a shield to protect them from predators – some turtles can even tuck their head up inside their shell for extra protection!
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Lobsters were considered a delicacy during the Middle Ages in Europe, and even served as medicine. The rostrum, or frontal part of the body, was pulverized and used to help people pass kidney stones. The gastrolith, or gizzard stone which the lobster uses to help grind up food, was handy for treating stomach aches [source: Lobster Conservancy].
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SEA TURTLES SPEND MOST OF THIER EATING THIER FOOD                              THEY SPEND MOST OF THIER TIME IN WATER TO PRACTISE SWWIMING IN WATER

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SEA TURTLES SPEND MOST OF THIER EATING THIER FOOD                              THEY SPEND MOST OF THIER TIME IN WATER TO PRACTISE SWWIMING IN WATER

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AND THEY DO NOT HARM

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All reptiles shed their skin. In the case of snakes, the normal shedding of the skin, a process under hormonal control, is referred to medically as ecdysis. Ecdysis is commonly called sloughing or molting. Healthy adult snakes shed their skin on a regular basis, typically around once a month, though this may vary according to breed. Due to variations in the growth process, younger snakes may shed their skin every two weeks, while older snakes may only slough a couple of times a year. No matter the age of the snake, shedding is instrumental to its health, growth and life expectancy. A primary benefit to sloughing is the removal of parasites that have attached itself to the reptile. Unlike most types of lizards, a healthy snake will shed or "slough" its skin in one piece, including the eye caps. As that occurs, and when no further growth is possible, a new layer of skin grows beneath the old. Once complete, the old skin peels and leaves behind a snake-shaped "tube" of skin. An educated and experienced snake owner will recognize the steps and stages of a healthy shed. The term "in the blue" describes a snake that is soon to shed. When the snake is "in the blue," you will observe the skin begin to lose its typical "shine." The skin becomes increasingly dull, while at the same time the eyes become cloudy or take on a "bluish-grey" cast. At this stage, it is not abnormal to notice behavioral changes in the snake, particularly erratic behavior and signs of anxiety. Some aggression is natural. These nervous symptoms are frequently attributable to the fact that the snake loses its vision right before it sheds. After three to four days, the snake's eyes lose the cloudy appearance. The reptile will move toward rough surfaces in its enclosure, and begin the sloughing process. For a healthy adult snake, the skin should peel from nose to tail, and become fully shed anywhere between seven to fourteen days. While the anxious behavior will subside, it's important to not handle a snake in any stage of the slough. The snake will generally show no interest in eating, and there is no need to try to force food upon the snake. Interrupting any stage of this completely natural process may result in abnormal skin shedding. Properly remove the shed skin from the enclosure and scan the reptile for any remaining skin. It is important to make sure the eye caps were shed along with the rest of the skin.

Abnormal skin shedding in snakes is not a disease or health problem by itself; it is typically a sign of malnutrition, poor husbandry or an underlying medical condition.

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Abnormal Skin Shedding in Snakes - Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, Recovery, Management, Cost

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All reptiles shed their skin. In the case of snakes, the normal shedding of the skin, a process under hormonal control, is referred to medically as ecdysis. Ecdysis is commonly called sloughing or molting. Healthy adult snakes shed their skin on a regular basis, typically around once a month, though this may vary according to breed.

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1. Turtles and tortoises  do not have the same shell pattern 2. they do not live together turtles live in water and tortoises live in land.

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a lobster look like a hermit crabs , but a lobster has a shell and a hermit crab do not has a shell

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Giant clam is the largest sessile (attached to the ground) mollusk in the world. It can be found in the tropical waters of Indian and Pacific oceans, in Thailand, Japan, Micronesia and Australia. Giant clam inhabits coral reefs and lagoons that provide enough sun light. Number of giant clams in the wild is drastically reduced due to overharvesting. People collect giant clams because of their meat and because they look very attractive when exposed in aquariums. Giant clams are listed as vulnerable, which means they can become endangered in the near future.
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Snail is a common name for gastropod molluscs that can be split into three groups, land snails, sea snails and freshwater snails.

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Hermit crabs are omnivorous scavengers, eating microscopic mussels and clams, bits of dead animals, and macroalgae. These crustaceans have been misnamed for two reasons: First, they're not true crabs, like blue crabs, in that they don't have a uniformly hard exoskeleton and can't grow their own shells.Avent

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1. Turtles belong to one of the oldest reptile groups in the world – beating snakes, crocodiles and alligators!
2. These creatures date back to the time of the dinosaurs, over 200 million years ago.
3. Turtles are easily recognised by their bony, cartilaginous shell. This super-tough casing acts like a shield to protect them from predators – some turtles can even tuck their head up inside their shell for extra protection!
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Sea Turtles spend most of their lifes in water. It can swim thousands of miles. And they live a long life.Natasha

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Sea otters are foragers that eat mostly hard-shelled invertebrates, including sea urchins and a variety of clams, mussels, and crabs. They have an interesting method of eating their prey. Sea otters dive to rocky reefs, where they collect invertebrates and also a large rock. Upon returning to the surface, they float on their backs, with the rock on the stomachs. They use the rock as a table against which they smash their shelled prey to get to the soft parts that they can eat. Sea otters are often observed behaving in this manner, individually or in small groups.

Sea otters spend all of their time in the ocean, including sleeping. Since they must sleep at the surface, they often wrap themselves in giant kelp to keep from floating away. By controlling sea urchin populations, sea otters promote giant kelp growth, as that species is a favorite of sea urchin grazers. In this manner, sea otters are keystone predators in the kelp forests where they live. They are not at the top of the food web, however, and are eaten by orcas, great white sharks and other large predators.

Sea otters are quite large, weighing up to 100 pounds (45 kg) and reaching lengths of nearly 5 feet (1.5 m). Both mating and birth take place in the water, and males have harems of several females. Mothers nurse their young for up to eight months. When the mothers dive for food, they tie their babies into kelp to ensure that they will not float away.

Unlike most marine mammals that rely on a thick layer of blubber to insulate them from cold ocean waters, sea otters rely on their extremely thick fur - the thickest of all animals. In fact, sea otters have so many hairs per square inch that their skin never actually gets wet, even though they live their entire lives in the ocean. Unfortunately, this thick fur also nearly led to this species' demise. In the 18 th and 19 th centuries, sea otter pelts were highly valued for their use in making coats and other outerwear, and the species was nearly hunted to extinction. Scientists estimate that the total population reached levels less than one percent of their pre-hunting numbers. Sea otters now have legal protection throughout much of their range, and there has been some recovery in recent decades. However, scientists still believe that populations are decreasing as a result of oil pollution, changes to north Pacific food webs, and habitat loss, and this species is considered endangered (highly vulnerable to extinction). Without continuing conservation measures and legal protection, this charismatic species could be at risk of being lost forever.

Additional Resources: IUCN Red List

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Sea otters are foragers that eat mostly hard-shelled invertebrates, including sea urchins and a variety of clams, mussels, and crabs. They have an interesting method of eating their prey. Sea otters dive to rocky reefs, where they collect invertebrates and also a large rock.

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1)Clam have round and fan-shaped shells which protect them from the sea otters that want to eat them.
2)They shut their shells when they senses danger. Clam get eaten by us.
3)Clam live in the sea.They can hold their breath for several hours.
From Amelia

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Hermit crabs fight over a shell for their home.
Did you know some shells that hermit crabs
leave are made into rings & more. by Tai Jin

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Hermit crabs are commonly seen on many of our shores. They come in all sizes from tiny to large, and live in all kinds of shells. The same kind of hermit crab may live in different kinds of empty shells. Hermit crabs may live even in broken shells. Coen

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(1) Sea turtles have shell that protect them from other animal wanted eat them.
(2) They hide when they saw danger.
(3) Turtles can hold their breath for several hours.
From Areefah

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1) Crabs have thick exoskeleton and we know them as shells.
2) Female crabs are bigger than male crabs.
3)They use their single pair of claws to defend themselves.
4)The hermit crab doesn't have a strong shell of its own so it borrows them from discarded shells!

I love crabs that are cooked in spicy sambal or marinated in sauce!

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