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Home / Ocean / Hermit Crabs Can Live Up To 30 Years In The Wild But Average 3-12 Years As Pets
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Hermit Crabs Can Live Up To 30 Years In The Wild But Average 3-12 Years As Pets

Updated on April 11, 2024July 31, 2023
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Hermit crabs can live up to 30 years in the wild but survive on average 3-12 years as pets.

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