Hermit crabs /
Tristan Boyer Binns.
- Chicago : Heinemann Library, c2004.
- 48 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cm.
- Keeping unusual pets .
Includes bibliographical references (p. 47) and index.
What is a hermit crab? -- Hermit crab facts -- Is a hermit crab for you? -- Choosing your hermit crab -- What do I need? -- Caring for your hermit crab -- Shedding shells -- Handling your hermit crab -- Some health problems -- Keeping a record -- Finding out more.
Library Media Connection starred, November 2004 Horn Book, October 2004
Presents a guide to keeping hermit crabs as pets, explaining what hermit crabs are, offering advice on choosing a hermit crab, and discussing equipment, daily care, handling, and health problems.