Hermit crabs are taken from the wild by the millions every year and go through straight up animal abuse within the industry. They are marketed as easy, disposable, beginner pets which is furthest from the truth. They are kept in improper conditions where they starve and suffocate. Hermit crabs are exotic animals that can live decades in the wild, but they are extorted for human greed and endure a gruesome pet trade. Keep wild crabs, wild! Link below shows video on what they go through.
