Caffeine-Deprived Christmas Island Red Crab Tries to Sneak Away With a Stolen Coffee Cup

Christmas Island resident Carla captured amusing footage of a wayward Christmas Island red crab who evidently needed a caffeine fix. The little crustacean, who held a disposable coffee cup in one set of pincers, tried to sneak off as quickly as possible so as to avoid the wrath of an annoyed human.

Little thief … I know the mozzies are annoying but come on!

Lori Dorn
Lori Dorn

Lori is a Laughing Squid Contributing Editor based in New York City who has been writing blog posts for over a decade. She also enjoys making jewelry, playing guitar, taking photos and mixing craft cocktails.