Hermit crabs are 'wearing' our plastic rubbish
Hermit crabs are 'wearing' our plastic rubbish
www.bbc.com Hermit crabs are 'wearing' our plastic rubbish
Hermit crabs all over the world are using our discarded plastic and other waste in place of their natural shells.
Hermit crabs all over the world, which scavenge shells as armour for their bodies, are turning increasingly to plastic waste instead.
The conclusion is based on analysis of photos, taken by wildlife enthusiasts, and published online.
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I wonder if they find plastic to be a superior material for protection? Hermy doesn't know about microplastics.
they do look a lot cooler sometimes, can't blame them.
Brb, 3d printing designer shells for hermit crabs.
relevant:
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