Clibanarius [Clibanarius]
Description
Clibanarius includes a diverse group of hermit crabs commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions. These crabs are notable for their social behavior and the wide variety of shells they inhabit. They have brightly colored bodies, which are often visible through the translucent or broken parts of their adopted shells. Clibanarius species play a significant role in the marine ecosystem by acting as scavengers and helping in the decomposition process.
Species

Blue-legged Hermit Crab [Clibanarius tricolor]
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Zebra Hermit Crab [Clibanarius zebra]
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Strawberry Hermit Crab [Clibanarius erythropus]
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Scarlet Hermit Crab [Clibanarius digueti]
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Red Hermit Crab [Clibanarius rubescens]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
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Order |
Decapods
Decapoda
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Family |
Hermit Crabs
Paguridae
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Statistics
- Species 5