
When I was a kid, we always found Soldier Crabs at the central coast when we were on holidays - every low tide (you know, for the few days we were there on holidays!).
I've been here 8 years and on Saturday, I saw my first lot of Soldier Crabs. It took me right back to being a kid.

They move so quickly, and I'm such a big predator, they weren't happy to pose for photos. And getting one to stay still on my hand so I could take a shot was tricky. I have lots of photos of a bare hand!
They don't bite or nip, these guys. I remembered that from when I was a kid, but was relieved to see it was still the case!

Here's some more information if you're intrigued:
Australian Museum info here
and some more here with cute illustrations
Here's an article about Moon Snails attacking soldier crabs, with video.

And here's one with lots of info.
I'm hoping I get to see them again! Soon :)
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The sand after eating, and small soldier crabs emerging/hiding |
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All the white near the water are crabs |
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Scaling the log |
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A loner...lost! |
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