how long is the average life span of a hermit crab?

[aquatic lover]

Does any one know the average life span of a hermit crab because I have heard they don't live long but I am not sure what the average life span of a hermit crab is, Thanks.

[Little Embers]

This may help...

http://www.petaquarium.com.au/default.asp?id=38#life

All depends on the care they receive.

[jaysee]

All depends on the care they receive.

I think that's true of everything thumbs2: