The Crane knew about the tight grip of the Crabs, and he did not like to have the Crab hold on with his claws. 
ðʌ kɹeɪn nu ʌbaʊt ðʌ taɪt ɡɹɪp ʌv ðʌ kɹæbz, ʌnd hi dɪd nɑt laɪk tu hæv ðʌ kɹæb hoʊld ɑn wɪð hɪz klɔz. 
 Indian's voice is very clear and very close-sounding, with a monotone tone in the recording.