Coconut Crab

About

How coconut crab lives

Coconut crabs are huge land hermit crabs that climb, forage at night, and crack tough foods. Adult coconut crabs live mostly on land and can climb trees with strong legs. Coastal species are often adapted to tides, wind exposure, and rapidly changing shorelines.

Conservation

Status and habitat pressure

Vulnerable species face mounting risks and can decline quickly if habitats continue to shrink. Protecting coconut crab also depends on keeping coast, forest habitats healthy and connected.

Vulnerable species can decline quickly when habitat loss, climate pressure, or human conflict intensifies.

Quick Facts

Things to notice

• Adult coconut crabs live mostly on land and can climb trees with strong legs.
• Insects are among the most diverse animals on Earth, filling roles from pollination to decomposition.
• Coastal species are often adapted to tides, wind exposure, and rapidly changing shorelines.
• Vulnerable species face mounting risks and can decline quickly if habitats continue to shrink.