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Can hermit crabs change shells?

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Can hermit crabs change shells?

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Yes, hermit crabs can change shells. They change shells as they grow in size or if they find a more suitable or comfortable shell to inhabit. It is a natural behavior for hermit crabs to switch shells throughout their lifetime.

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