Facts: The Coconut Crab (Robber Crab)

Quick facts about the biggest terrestrial crustacean (and arthropod) in the world! Meet this coconut eater and watch thief, the coconut crab (robber crab, Birgus latro). Coconut crab facts!

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References and Helpful Links
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https://www.nationalgeographic.com/ne...
http://www.bbc.com/earth/story/201412...
https://academic.oup.com/jcb/article/...
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