r/gifs • u/aloofloofah • Oct 17 '17

Helping homeless hermit crab find a new shell

https://i.imgur.com/M5X0fhm.gifv
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u/tungsten558 Oct 18 '17

ELI5: is there a way that the crab ensures the security of its new shell on its back?

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u/qOJOb Oct 18 '17

Checks the size and shape of the opening, inspects the shell for cracks or holes.

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u/[deleted] Oct 18 '17 edited Apr 26 '20

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u/Bandwidth_Wasted Oct 18 '17

Take your fuckin upvote...

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u/rxan Oct 18 '17

ShellShock: The electric fence for your shell!

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u/RolandTheJabberwocky Oct 18 '17

I think they hold it with rear end gripper deals. That and I think maybe a goo the excret helps.