Hermit crabs can live up to 30 years in the wild but survive on average 3-12 years as pets.

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Horseshoe Crabs Have Been Around Since Before The Dinosaurs

Crabs eat a mixed diet, ranging from small prey like algae, seaweed, worms, clams, and shrimp to larger prey like snails, mussels, squid, and small fish