copula - an equating verb (such as `be' or `become') that links the subject with the complement of a sentence. copulative, linking verb. verb - a content word that denotes an action, occurrence, or state of existence.
Different species of crabs eat different foods. Depending on the species, they may eat plankton, worms, shrimps, prawns and other shellfish, and they scavenge for animal and/or plant remains. 1  They are detrivores. 2  They will consume animal as well as plant matter (algae, etc.).
Confidence votes 527. Hermit crabs are scavengers and in the wild they will eat dead fish, fallen fruits like MANGOES(my hermies luv them!) and climb trees to eat bugs, so in captivity they can eat ALL fruits and veggies, SEA salted nuts, lean (not fatty) meats, all parts of the egg (yolk, white, & shell).he best diet for a land hermit crab is basically what you feed yourself (with the exclusion of highly-processed foods and sugary snacks, of course). Land hermit crabs are omn â¦ ivorous and therefore eat just about anything.