Anemone Hermit CrabDardanus pedunculatus
This strikingly coloured Hermit crab is best recognised by the orange to red bands that adorn its eye stalks. They eyes of the crab are generally jade green. On its shell you will usually find small sea anemones, this symbiotic relationship provides protection for the crab and allows the anemones to feed in different locations as the crab travels around. Size: 12cm in length (Maximum) Diet: Small Crustaceans, Detritus |
| Photos Left: Andy Green Centre: John Natoli Right: Ian Banks |