New Crab Mama- First Crabitat
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New Crab Mama- First Crabitat
Hi! First time owning hermit crabs. I was going to buy any since they are caught wild, but I saw some in a pet store the other day with no light, barely any sand at all, a dry water dish, and nowhere to hide, so I thought they would have a better life living with me. I just set up there home. They are both purple pincers and they are named Bulma and Vegeta. We used a pet carrier yesterday as that’s all that was available to bring them home, but today I set up a 10 gallon tank for the two of them as they are still small. Bulma immediately started to explore the hideaway. But Vegeta has been down and hasn’t come out yet.
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Welcome to the HCA! Your tank looks very cozy.
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Yeah, I’m wondering if I should have went ahead with a 20 gallon.JoeHermits wrote:Welcome to the HCA! Your tank looks very cozy.
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Hello! Welcome to the HCA! Did you check out our care guides? Welcome also to the addicting world of crabbing!
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I have been obsessively studying all the care guides and taking in as much information as possible. Lol. Thank you.GotButterflies wrote:Hello! Welcome to the HCA! Did you check out our care guides? Welcome also to the addicting world of crabbing!
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Welcome to HCA! Your tank looks awesome
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Thank you!Crabby7Crabber wrote:Welcome to HCA! Your tank looks awesome
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Welcome! When you do upgrade, bigger is always better. Get the biggest you can afford and have room for. You can find great used sales.Jadeamber22 wrote: ↑Sat May 23, 2020 3:02 pmYeah, I’m wondering if I should have went ahead with a 20 gallon.
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I love the pyramid ornament! Hope the 2 newbies are settling in well!Jadeamber22 wrote:Hi! First time owning hermit crabs. I was going to buy any since they are caught wild, but I saw some in a pet store the other day with no light, barely any sand at all, a dry water dish, and nowhere to hide, so I thought they would have a better life living with me. I just set up there home. They are both purple pincers and they are named Bulma and Vegeta. We used a pet carrier yesterday as that’s all that was available to bring them home, but today I set up a 10 gallon tank for the two of them as they are still small. Bulma immediately started to explore the hideaway. But Vegeta has been down and hasn’t come out yet.
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I checked out Facebook marketplace, but couldn’t find anything I really liked. But I will keep an eye out! Thank you!Hermiesguardian wrote: Welcome! When you do upgrade, bigger is always better. Get the biggest you can afford and have room for. You can find great used sales.
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Thank you! They’re still unsure. Lol. Vegeta got out and explored for a while, but Bulma is still in the pyramid hiding. Lol.CrabbyLover77 wrote:I love the pyramid ornament! Hope the 2 newbies are settling in well!
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Yw! I'm sure Bulma will come out soon, especially if she sees Vegeta out.Jadeamber22 wrote: Thank you! They’re still unsure. Lol. Vegeta got out and explored for a while, but Bulma is still in the pyramid hiding. Lol.
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I hope so. When they were in the little tank yesterday, they interacted a little, bit not a ton. Then Vegeta buried himself a little. So, we’re playing a waiting game. I know there is no cause for concern yet, but how often should they be coming out to eat?CrabbyLover77 wrote: Yw! I'm sure Bulma will come out soon, especially if she sees Vegeta out.
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It all depends on the crabby. When I adopted my crab Petunia, she buried herself right away and didn't come up for 7 weeks. So try not to worry too much. I know that is def easier said than done though!Jadeamber22 wrote: I hope so. When they were in the little tank yesterday, they interacted a little, bit not a ton. Then Vegeta buried himself a little. So, we’re playing a waiting game. I know there is no cause for concern yet, but how often should they be coming out to eat?
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Thank you!CrabbyLover77 wrote:It all depends on the crabby. When I adopted my crab Petunia, she buried herself right away and didn't come up for 7 weeks. So try not to worry too much. I know that is def easier said than done though!
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