Love this one. Especially the afternoon light and the really shallow depth of field, nicely isolating this Hermit Crab. It had been scurrying along the edge of a dune on the beach, and had gone defensive the moment I came within range with the 5D II and a 70-200mm f/2.8.
The eyes are also really captivating, as is the detail on the legs. I find these critters fascinating as they have such personality - at least in my mind - thanks to the shell they choose for their home. Some of the shells have a hole here and there, others are pristine and perfect. Some are colorful and stand out against the dunes, others are lighter and blend perfectly into the background. I guess the choice of a home and how we treat it are universal after all. Taken at Playa Escondida at Cuixmala, Jalisco.
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