The Crabbiest Quiz On Earth
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Which are a land species of hermit crab?
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Perlecens
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Spinosis
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Brevimanus
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Clypeatus
- E.
All of the above
Correct Answer
E. All of the aboveExplanation
All of the above species mentioned in the options - Perlecens, Spinosis, Brevimanus, and Clypeatus - are land species of hermit crabs.Rate this question:
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- 2.
True or False?The land hermit crab has a hard, shell like exoskeleton that covers its entire body, thus not needing to wear an abondoned shell.
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True. They just wear those shells to make a fashion statement
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False. They need those shells to cover and protect their soft and vulnerable abdomen.
Correct Answer
B. False. They need those shells to cover and protect their soft and vulnerable abdomen.Explanation
The land hermit crab needs those shells to cover and protect its soft and vulnerable abdomen. The exoskeleton of the land hermit crab does not cover its entire body, so it relies on finding and using abandoned shells as a protective covering.Rate this question:
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- 3.
A land hermit crab has what feature that allows it to live on land?
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Modified stiffened gills that, when in a humid envorment allow the crab to breathe air.
- B.
A permable skin that allows it to extract the oxygen from the air directly.
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A natural mask that allows them to convert air into water.
- D.
A series of water bladders that it can use to store the water it needs to breathe.
- E.
A tiny scuba device that works the opposite way that ours work. Meaning that they use it to breathe water in air instead of air in water.
Correct Answer
A. Modified stiffened gills that, when in a humid envorment allow the crab to breathe air.Explanation
The land hermit crab has modified stiffened gills that enable it to breathe air in a humid environment. This adaptation allows the crab to live on land and obtain the oxygen it needs to survive.Rate this question:
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- 4.
A land hermit crab has how many legs?
- A.
I dunno. It won't come out for me to count them.
- B.
Eleven, I think.
- C.
Ten, counting the little ones it uses to keep from falling out of its shell.
- D.
Wait! I know the answer!! Its 26?
- E.
My crab has 8 due to the fact that it dropped some yesterday.
Correct Answer
C. Ten, counting the little ones it uses to keep from falling out of its shell.Explanation
The correct answer is ten, counting the little ones it uses to keep from falling out of its shell. This is because a land hermit crab has eight legs for walking and two specialized legs called "pereopods" that it uses to hold onto its shell and prevent it from falling out.Rate this question:
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- 5.
How much substrate should be in a hermit crab's tank?
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A inch or so.
- B.
I dunno. Quit asking me all these hard questions!!!!
- C.
The gravel in mine doesn't even cover the bottom so I can't measure it.
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A whole darn lot.
- E.
There should be about a depth that is three or four times the height of your largest crab.
Correct Answer
E. There should be about a depth that is three or four times the height of your largest crab.Explanation
The correct answer suggests that the substrate in a hermit crab's tank should be at a depth that is three or four times the height of the largest crab. This is important because hermit crabs require a suitable environment to molt and burrow. Having enough substrate allows them to dig and create hiding places, which helps in regulating their body temperature and reducing stress. It also provides them with a sense of security and promotes natural behaviors.Rate this question:
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- 6.
A crab should be provided with what type of food?
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That stuff they sell in the pet store called "Hermit Crab Food".
- B.
Fresh organic fruits, veggies, and meat. Even some dehydrated foods of the same organic nature.
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Fish food.
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McDonald's number 3 value meal, supersized, and served with an ice cold coke.
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Ummm........cat food?
Correct Answer
B. Fresh organic fruits, veggies, and meat. Even some dehydrated foods of the same organic nature.Explanation
The correct answer for the type of food a crab should be provided with is fresh organic fruits, veggies, and meat. Even some dehydrated foods of the same organic nature. This is because crabs are omnivores and require a varied diet that includes both plant and animal matter. Fresh organic fruits and vegetables provide essential vitamins and minerals, while meat offers necessary protein. Dehydrated foods can be a convenient option to supplement their diet.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What should you offer a hermit crab for water?
- A.
The stuff that comes out of the tap.
- B.
Water that is either treated with a dechlorinating treatment or is bottled. Make sure to give them some with salt in it too.
- C.
I give them a wet sponge to drink out of.
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Fresh water straight from the highest and purest spring in the Hymalayas.
- E.
I thought they could drink water from the air! Now your making me feel bad for not giving them water.
Correct Answer
B. Water that is either treated with a dechlorinating treatment or is bottled. Make sure to give them some with salt in it too.Explanation
The correct answer suggests that hermit crabs should be offered water that is either treated with a dechlorinating treatment or is bottled. It also mentions the importance of providing them with water that has salt in it. This is because hermit crabs require both freshwater and saltwater to maintain their health and hydration.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Now that we are on the subject of water, what kind of salt should you put in their salt water?
- A.
They need salt water? Are you serious? The pet store guy said nothing about this!!
- B.
Salt from the shaker in the kitchen.
- C.
Aquarium grade salt sold in petstores.
- D.
Sea salt that I use for roasts and seasoning foods.
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A salt subsatute that I found in the store that I use to reduce blood pressure.
Correct Answer
C. Aquarium grade salt sold in petstores.Explanation
The correct answer is "Aquarium grade salt sold in petstores" because it is specifically designed for use in saltwater aquariums. Regular table salt or sea salt may contain additives or impurities that could be harmful to the fish. The salt substitute for reducing blood pressure is not suitable for use in a fish tank.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What should a hermit crab be housed in?
- A.
A small Kritter Keeper with a little gravel on the bottom.
- B.
A huge tank with lots of sand ( or other substrate ) and things to climb on and a proper lid to hold in the heat and humidity.
- C.
A cardboard shoe box.
- D.
A plastic tub.
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A plastic hamster habitat.
Correct Answer
B. A huge tank with lots of sand ( or other substrate ) and things to climb on and a proper lid to hold in the heat and humidity.Explanation
A hermit crab should be housed in a huge tank with lots of sand or other substrate, as well as things to climb on. This is because hermit crabs are terrestrial creatures and require a spacious environment to move around and explore. The sand or substrate provides a comfortable surface for them to burrow and molt. The proper lid is necessary to maintain the heat and humidity levels that are essential for their survival.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What is the ideal heat and humidity for a hermit crab tank?
- A.
I haven't the slightest!!
- B.
They need humidity and heat? I didn't know that.
- C.
Around 80 degrees ( F ) and 80 percent.
- D.
This quiz is nuts. I quit!!!
- E.
Whatever temperature and humdity that is in my house will do.
Correct Answer
C. Around 80 degrees ( F ) and 80 percent.Explanation
The ideal heat and humidity for a hermit crab tank is around 80 degrees (F) and 80 percent.Rate this question:
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- 11.
A hermit crab does what when it is about to molt?
- A.
Mine usually stop moving and then pass away quietly.
- B.
These things molt????? You never told me that!!!
- C.
They often find themselves in a trance like state after burying themselves down into the sand ( or whatever sunstrate is availiable ) and then procede to molt.
- D.
What's molting?
- E.
They just stop moving and then shed their exo, eat it and come back to moving again.
Correct Answer
C. They often find themselves in a trance like state after burying themselves down into the sand ( or whatever sunstrate is availiable ) and then procede to molt.Explanation
When a hermit crab is about to molt, it often goes into a trance-like state after burying itself in the sand or any available substrate. During this time, the hermit crab sheds its exoskeleton and consumes it. After molting, the hermit crab resumes its normal activities and starts moving again.Rate this question:
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- 12.
True or False?A hermit crab loves to spend its days digging and tunnleing.
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Is that normal? I don't think that's normal. I am going to say False.
- B.
True. They love to dig up the tank decorations and tip over their dishes. I think they do it jsut to annoy me sometimes.
Correct Answer
B. True. They love to dig up the tank decorations and tip over their dishes. I think they do it jsut to annoy me sometimes.Explanation
Hermit crabs are known for their digging and tunneling behavior. They enjoy digging up the tank decorations and tipping over their dishes, which suggests that they love to spend their days engaging in these activities.Rate this question:
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- 13.
What are hermit crabs most closely related to in the animal kingdom?
- A.
Shrimps, lobsters and crayfish.
- B.
Fiddler crabs, bubbler crabs, basically any other type of crab.
- C.
Elephants. I am going to say elephants.
- D.
My cousin Earl. I swear he has the intellegence of one of those things.
- E.
They have animal relatives? Cool! I wonder what they are?
Correct Answer
A. Shrimps, lobsters and crayfish.Explanation
Hermit crabs are most closely related to shrimps, lobsters, and crayfish in the animal kingdom. This is because they all belong to the same taxonomic order, Decapoda, which includes crustaceans with ten legs. These animals share similar characteristics and evolutionary history, making them closely related within the animal kingdom.Rate this question:
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