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Hermit crabs are 'wearing' our plastic rubbish

www.bbc.com Hermit crabs are 'wearing' our plastic rubbish

Hermit crabs all over the world are using our discarded plastic and other waste in place of their natural shells.

Hermit crabs are 'wearing' our plastic rubbish

Hermit crabs all over the world, which scavenge shells as armour for their bodies, are turning increasingly to plastic waste instead.

The conclusion is based on analysis of photos, taken by wildlife enthusiasts, and published online.

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