
Stuff To Blow Your Mind Give ‘Em Shell: The Glorious Hermit Crab, Part 1
Jan 5, 2024
Delve into the fascinating world of hermit crabs, their scavenging habits, and their unique physical features. Explore different species of hermit crabs, including land-dwelling coconut crabs. Learn about the importance of shells for hermit crabs, their shell preferences, and the intense competition for shells. Speculate about hermit crabs in post-apocalyptic scenarios and upcoming hermit crab research. Also, discover other interesting podcasts from iHeartRadio and a sponsor called Bakers.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Introduction to Hermit Crabs
02:32 • 17min
Hermit Crabs: Marine to Terrestrial Life
19:25 • 4min
The Families and Eating Habits of Hermit Crabs
23:42 • 16min
Remodeling Efforts of Hermit Crabs in Their Shells
39:46 • 3min
The Importance of Shells for Hermit Crabs
42:52 • 13min
Speculating about Hermit Crabs and Post-Apocalyptic Scenarios
55:34 • 2min
Acknowledgements, iHeartRadio Production, Feedback, and Sponsorship
57:58 • 3min
