Invertebrates do not possess or either develop vertebral column. This classification includes all invertebrate animals excluding subphylum Vertebrate.
Hermit crab is a pet that is unique, adorable, and makes many people curious about its behavior. One of them is that the hermit crab can sound like a chirp. Since there are still many who don’t know about this, we need to talk about Hermit crabs chirping behavior. Why …
If you keep a praying mantis as a pet, you may at some point find yourself considering feeding it on ants. But before actually taking that step, you will want to know whether eating ants is alright for a praying mantis. This article has the answer. Do praying mantis eat …
If you are considering adopting a praying mantis as a pet, you may have an interest in knowing whether the praying mantises spit (and whether their spit is harmful). There are also those who, out of pure curiosity, may want to know whether praying mantises spit. This article has the …
Hermit crabs are a very common and popular pet. While they are not as hardy as some other types of crabs, they make great pets because they have a quirky personality and are easy to care for. Hermit crabs are small crustaceans that can be purchased in the pet store …
Sea monkeys are a freshwater creature that can be kept as a pet. Although they are not actually monkeys, they resemble them in appearance. They are called brine shrimp, because they live in saltwater. Talking of sea monkeys and their characteristics, what about when it comes to the question on …
Sea Monkeys are actually brine shrimp, Artemia salina. They are not really monkeys, and they are sold in a jar of water and come with eggs to hatch. The eggs hatch into tiny animals that look like a cross between a shrimp and an ant, hence the name Sea Monkey. …
Sea Monkeys are a live freshwater aquarium creature. They are not monkeys, but they are saltwater creatures that live in freshwater. Sea Monkeys are actually brine shrimp (which is a different species than regular shrimp) and they are called Sea Monkeys because they have a tail like a monkey. Talking …
Sea Monkeys are a type of brine shrimp, and are one of the most popular pets in the world. They can be kept in a tank as small as one gallon, and require very little care. Sea monkeys, which are a native to the brackish waters of Mexico and the …
One of the most frequently asked questions about tarantulas is as to whether they have bones. Sometimes, we get this question from people who are just curious about these creatures. At other times, we get this question from people who are considering keeping them as pets, and who want to …
Hermit crabs are becoming one of the most popular crustaceans to become pets. We often see it in the pet store or on the shore in a variety of sizes, shapes, and colors of the shell. Many who do not know about hermit crabs have a different classification of crabs. …
Hermit crabs are not known for their pleasant aroma. Many people think that hermit crabs smell bad. This is usually just a result of poor diet or unsanitary conditions, but some types of hermit crabs are more prone to stinking up the place than others. Do hermit crabs stink? The …
Hermit crabs are amazing aquatic creatures. This animal carries shells wherever they go and will redesign shells when they get too small for them. Many beginners own hermit crabs without knowing how to care for them. Sometimes owners feel that crabs are not suitable as pets and don’t know what …
Saltwater hermit crabs are a popular choice of aquatic pets because they are friendly, curious, and intelligent. There are approximately 800 hermit crab species with differences. Many people are interested in owning saltwater hermit crabs. Can saltwater hermit crabs live on land? Several species of saltwater hermit crabs can live …
It is an experience to pet a hermit crab. They are unique, peaceful and great animals to pet. However, being such a unique animal to pet, there is very little knowledge that people are equipped with about hermit crabs. There are many doubts in the minds of owners when it …
Hermit crabs are an excellent pet for casual pet owners. Owners do not need to do intense maintenance such as regular showers, going out for walks, or practicing specific skills. Hermit crabs are outstanding animals to watch. But are they safe to handle? Do hermit crabs pinch? Hermit crabs can …
Sea Monkeys are tiny aquatic creatures that grow from brine shrimp eggs and can live up to two years, although most die within a year of being hatched. The Sea Monkey was invented in the United States in 1957 by Harold von Braunhut and the creatures were packaged dry, under …
Slugs, snails and other land hermit crabs have five pairs of appendages on their head that are called: antennae, antennules, mandibles, maxillipeds and maxillae. The snail’s shell is made up of calcium carbonate and its soft body inside is protected by this shell. It is a tough journey as they …
There are a total of nine types of hermit crabs in existence; some are terrestrial, while others are aquatic. Hermit crabs are not naturally born with shells and will spend their entire lives looking for bigger shells to accommodate growth. They also require specific heat, humidity, and water temperature to …
Hermit crabs are a vital part of our ecosystem, which is the reason why many experts recommend not to pet them, but many professional pet owners often create a very comfortable home for their pet to stay as comfortable as they would in a natural environment. However, one thing that …
Sea monkeys are a hybrid species of brine shrimp, created in 1957 by Harold Von Braunhut, who discovered that brine shrimp could be induced to remain in a state of suspended animation for extended periods of time. The original name for them was “Instant Life”, not “Sea-Monkeys”, and they were …
Sea monkeys are a specific type of brine shrimp called Artemia NYOS and they are sold as novelty pets because they come in eggs, which can sit dormant for long periods of time, then hatch out and grow into adults. They’re also very easy to take care of and can …
What animals do you think of when someone wants to start caring for aquatic animals? Is it fish? No. Sea monkeys are the answers. Sea monkeys are very suitable as a starter pet until you are proficient in caring for aquatic pets. Are sea monkeys dangerous? Sea monkeys are harmless …
Land hermit crabs are excellent because they are very social and easy to care for, and they live a long time. However, there are a few things that confuse new owners. One of these is the crab burying itself in its substrate. Why does it do this, and what should …
Hermit crabs are decapod crustaceans of the superfamily Paguroidea that have adapted to occupy empty scavenged mollusc shells to protect their fragile exoskeletons. Most species have long, spiral-shaped abdomens that are soft, unlike the hard, calcified abdomens seen in related crustaceans. The vulnerable abdomen is protected from predators by a …
A hermit crab is a crustacean that spends most of its life in a shell, which it carries around with it. Hermit crabs do not have their own protective shells so they seek out empty shells and inhabit them. Hermit crabs also happen to make great pets for anyone who …