Are hermit crabs hermaphrodites

No, hermit crabs are not hermaphrodites; they possess distinct male and female sexes. However, some species of hermit crabs can change sex under certain environmental conditions. Males typically have larger claws, which they use for mating displays, while females often have a more rounded abdomen to carry eggs. Reproduction involves males and females coming together to mate, after which the female carries fertilized eggs until they hatch.