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The Ultimate Crustacean Quiz
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The crustacean belongs to the same major division of the animal world as spiders, lobsters, shrimp and water flies. Take this quiz and learn more about how multi-faceted this group of creatures is.
'Sea Bees', Please! Tiny Crustaceans Help Pollinate Underwater
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Pollination of plants underwater involves animals as well as water flow. HowStuffWorks Now explains how.
The Amazing Mantis Shrimp Punches Its Prey, Plus More Colorful Facts
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These brightly colored crustaceans can smash aquarium glass or quickly cut through a human finger, so whatever you do, keep your distance.
'Roly-poly' Bugs Are Great Garden Composters
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Roly-poly bugs are wonderful soil conditioners because they process decomposing matter, helping keep your garden soil clean and healthy.
The Biggest Crab in the World, Plus 8 Enormous Contenders
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Known for their long legs, pincers and hard shells, most crustaceans are omnivorous scavengers, although some are predators or vegetarians. Either way, a steady diet can assist certain crab species in growing to incredible sizes.
Call the Coconut Crab a Crustacean on Steroids
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Coconut crabs are the world's largest land-dwelling arthropods. HowStuffWorks looks at these monstrous crustaceans that dwarf many other crabs and are native to the islands in the Pacific and Indian oceans.
Hermit Crabs: Tiny Crustaceans Living in Nature's Mobile Homes
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Hermit crabs are easy to care for as pets if you provide them with all the essentials they need. And that includes shells for their growing bodies.
Why No Fish Wants a Tongue-eating Parasitic Louse in its Mouth
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Cymothoa exigua will make you feel very glad you're not a fish.
Sea Monkey Superpowers Come With a Price
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Parasites aren't always your mortal enemies, at least if you're a brine shrimp. Learn more about sea monkeys and tapeworms at HowStuffWorks Now.
Yes, Animals Can Be Half Male and Half Female
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HowStuffWorks looks at the phenomenon of half and half animals.