crab adaptations
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Crabs have adapted to live in a number of different environments
Legs Short legs can tuck under the body to avoid predators. Long legs run quickly over rocky ground Paddles on the back legs enable swimming Spikes give good camouflage
Carapace
Spikes makes the crab hard to eat
Flat carapaces can squeeze under rocks
Bumpy carapaces provide good camouflage
Claws Fat pincers open shelled creatures pointy pincers catch fish One giant claw makes males look scary
Colour and Pattern
Bright colours attract mates and scare off predators Dull colours help with camouflage
Think about the type of habitat you would like your crab to live in. Cut out the carapace and the claws and match the crab to your environment.
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