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2026.06.17
Proceed with caution! Stop roadkill!
Around Okinawa Main Island, June to August is the breeding season for the hermit crab species Coenobita cavipes, designated as a natural monument in Japan. The parent hermit crabs cross roads, especially at dusk and at night, carrying their larvae to release them into the ocean, but many are crushed by cars. When driving near the ocean, we ask all road users to be considerate by reducing their speed to help protect these small creatures.
≪オカヤドカリ≫
Scientific name：Coenobita cavipes
This species of land hermit crab is commonly seen on Okinawa. As well as being killed on the road, they are also being illegally collected for sale. The lifespan of this hermit crab can exceed 10 years.
Place of exhibit Life in the “inoh”
Exhibited species:
Blueberry hermit crab, land hermit crab, Coenobita cavipes (Hermit crab) Total of 10 individuals
※Our facilities have special permits to collect these individuals. If you come across any of these hermit crabs near the coast, please only observe them. Do not touch or collect hermit crabs.
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