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With its protective shell and large claws, the hermit crab is a small crustacean that is as fascinating as it is endearing. It can be found on beaches, rocky coasts, and even in shallow seabeds.
Surprisingly, unlike true crabs, hermit crabs don't have a hard shell on their abdomen. To protect themselves, they live in empty gastropod shells, which they change as they grow. This behavior makes them true "tenants of the sea," always searching for a new home. Some live in colonies, which allows them to exchange or "negotiate" shells with each other!
This Papo figurine realistically depicts a hermit crab: textured shell, slender legs, and characteristic claws. It's an ideal model to enrich a collection of marine animals, invent fun stories, or introduce children to the incredible survival strategies of this crustacean.
With its protective shell and large claws, the hermit crab is a small crustacean that is as fascinating as it is endearing. It can be found on beaches, rocky coasts, and even in shallow seabeds.
Surprisingly, unlike true crabs, hermit crabs don't have a hard shell on their abdomen. To protect themselves, they live in empty gastropod shells, which they change as they grow. This behavior makes them true "tenants of the sea," always searching for a new home. Some live in colonies, which allows them to exchange or "negotiate" shells with each other!
This Papo figurine realistically depicts a hermit crab: textured shell, slender legs, and characteristic claws. It's an ideal model to enrich a collection of marine animals, invent fun stories, or introduce children to the incredible survival strategies of this crustacean.
Once Upon a Time There was Papo
For almost 25 years now, Papo has been helping children to grow and to discover the world around them. Childhood is a time of dreams and adventures, and this was what we had in mind when we decided to create our first princesses, princes, dragons and knights. Thanks to the originality of its products and the extreme care taken with product quality and safety, Papo has won children and parents over the years. Papo is now a reference in the world of model figures and continues to develop new ranges to inspire the imaginations of children all around the world. In an age of mass consumption and throwaway goods, Papo continues to produce fine quality toys that last over time and can be passed on from generation to generation.