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One of the methods we use to tell the difference between a rugosus and ecudorian hermit crab is by the stitch marks on the big pincher. Rugosus hermit crabs have very prominent stitch marks as shown in the picture above, but the equadorian’s are less obvious.

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Naturally Crabby, a hermit crab care blog, has an article on hermit crabs and kids. Here is a little except:

Hermit Crabs and Kids
Do Hermit Crabs make good pets for kids?

This is a tricky question. Itís true that hermit crabs are marketed toward children, especially the ones found in tourist shops and in mall kiosks. Brightly colored painted shells jump out and grab the attention of anyone who walks by, but especially children. What kid isn’t attracted to a Sponge-Bob shell and the strange creature living inside it. Store employees are quick to assure a questioning parent that they require very little care, almost no supplies, and can live inside a very small kritter keeper. Soon you are walking out with a new crab in a small plastic box and a very big problem.

Please read the rest of this informative article @ http://www.naturallycrabby.com/kids.html