Hermit crab

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in marine, freshwater, and terrestrial environments.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Arthropoda (สัตว์ขาปล้อง)

Class

Malacostraca (Crustaceans)

Order

Decapoda (Decapoda)

Family

Paguridae

Genus

Pagurus

Species

Pagurus bernhardus (Hermit crab)

Names in Other Languages

German Gemeiner Einsiedlerkrebs

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hermit crab?

The scientific name of Hermit crab is Pagurus bernhardus. It belongs to the genus Pagurus.

What is the conservation status of Hermit crab?

Hermit crab (Pagurus bernhardus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Hermit crab live?

Hermit crab is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden.

What family does Hermit crab belong to?

Hermit crab (Pagurus bernhardus) belongs to the genus Pagurus, which is part of the taxonomic family Paguridae.

Is Hermit crab endangered?

No, Hermit crab (Pagurus bernhardus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Hermit crab belong to?

Hermit crab (Pagurus bernhardus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).