Halloween crab rescued at airport is now on display at zoo: ‘Charming crustacean’
A spooky creature left behind at a Colorado airport is now on display at the Denver Zoo.
Staff at the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance shared the information on Facebook of a profitable rescue of a Halloween crab, together with pictures.
“Also known as a moon crab, this colorful little stowaway hitched a ride from Costa Rica and was discovered in the main cabin of a flight when it landed at Denver International Airport,” the publish stated.
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The creatures have black, orange and pink hues, with some individuals saying the crabs resemble a Jack-o’- lantern.
Halloween crabs are usually present in Central and South America, in line with the Critter Squad.
A zoo consultant instructed Fox News Digital through electronic mail that “this rescue is one of many that Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance takes part in.”
The consultant added, “We work closely with local, state and federal officials and agencies to provide a good home for animals that have been injured, confiscated, orphaned or would be unable to survive in the wild.”
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The crabs are usually two to 3 inches in measurement.
They can dwell for as much as 10 years, in line with the Critter Squad.
“To lean into the Halloween spirit, you can catch this crab in our Animal Ambassador demonstrations at the Gates Amphitheatre all month long,” stated the zoo’s publish.
The publish additionally famous, “After October, it will scuttle over to its permanent home in Tropical Discovery, where you can continue to learn about this charming crustacean.”
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The Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance is additionally the house of different rescued animals.
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A grizzly bear, raccoons and a cinereous vulture can all be visited at the zoo.
Founded in 1896, the zoo is operated by the Denver Zoological Foundation.