Christmas Island red crabs launch their eggs at the ocean's edge, which hatch into swimming crab larvae. These larvae may be why whale sharks are visiting Christmas Island.
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Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom: Christmas Island Red Crabs
Christmas Island red crabs launch their eggs at the ocean's edge, which hatch into swimming crab larvae. These larvae may be why whale sharks are visiting Christmas Island.
Added: Apr 20, 2010
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