I need help identifying my new crab's species!

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KelseyDanger
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I need help identifying my new crab's species!

Post by KelseyDanger » Thu May 28, 2015 10:38 pm

Hello! I just "rescued" a cute new Hermie from Petco (I know, I don't like to support them, but we don't have many other options where I live and I couldnt resist!).

I have 4 other PPs in my tank. My new guy, Crabcakes, is much smaller and has a really dark blue pincher unlike my other crabs.

Is he a different species? Or is it possible that his coloring is different because he is smaller?

http://i.imgur.com/NmeNGNu.jpg

I would appreciate any info! Thanks! :crabbigsmile:
6 PPs: Optimus Prime, Fry, Zoidburg, Nibbler, Crabcakes, and Crusty
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soilentgringa
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Re: I need help identifying my new crab's species!

Post by soilentgringa » Thu May 28, 2015 11:01 pm

Purple Pincher! The smaller ones can be pastel orange, pink, beige tones, with red legs and a deep purple violet pincer.
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Shawn
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Re: I need help identifying my new crab's species!

Post by Shawn » Wed Jun 03, 2015 6:57 pm

A person from Petco told me that Petco no longer carries any species but PPs.
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