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title: Rosy Hermit Crab (Calcinus rosaceus)
scientific_name: Calcinus rosaceus
common_name: Rosy Hermit Crab
taxon: Hermit crabs

published: 2025-09-24T09:14:56.751Z
updated: 2025-11-25T13:58:09.000Z
tags: Rosy Hermit Crab, Calcinus rosaceus, Hermit crabs, Red Sea, Marine Life, Diving
url: https://redseacreatures.com/taxon/invertebrate/crustaceans/hermit-crabs/rosy-hermit-crab
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# Rosy Hermit Crab (*Calcinus rosaceus*)

**Taxon:** Hermit crabs (*Paguroidea*)  


The Rosy Hermit Crab (Calcinus rosaceus) is a small marine creature noted for its distinctive coloring. It reaches a size of about 1.5 centimeters (approximately 0.6 inches). This hermit crab is characterized by its striking appearance, featuring purple eyestalks that are accented with white tips, and vivid red claws. Its legs are primarily purple, providing a visually captivating contrast against its other features. These vibrant colors make the Rosy Hermit Crab easily recognizable in its natural habitat.

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*Source: [Red Sea Creatures](https://redseacreatures.com/taxon/invertebrate/crustaceans/hermit-crabs/rosy-hermit-crab)*
*Updated: November 25, 2025*