Most people know hermit crabs as the critters with colorful shells that frequently appear in souvenir shops. I’ll admit I always used to be mesmerized by them as a kid. But now, as an adult, the more I learn about them, the more I realize that the hermit crab industry is a lot darker than it seems. So, why shouldn’t you buy a hermit crab pet from a souvenir shop? And is there an ethical way to acquire one? Why is a Hermit Crab Pet Unethical? Hermit crabs as pets are unethical
