HCA: Hermit Crab Association

Using bottled spring water plus a shot of Prime dechlorinater. They hit the freshwater like gang buster (for drinking only, no "toe dipping" that I've seen yet) but the saltwater is a no-go for now. Time will tell. Thanks everyone for your help.

New crabitat, new crabber here. For my saltwater (bottled water) mix I'm using, per instructions, Instant Ocean 1/2 cup per gallon (1.026 specific gravity) Haven't seen the guys go anywhere near the saltwater (no telltale sign of sand in the bottom) Seems like they always gravitate to the fresh (bot...

Thanks everyone. Let the waiting games begin *fingers crossed* :roll:

Thanks for reply CallaLily. I was beginning to worry that these guys jumped ship (died) How long would be a patient waiting period until I become concerned?

Thanks for reply CallaLily. I was beginning to worry that these guys jumped ship (died) How long would be a patient waiting period until I become concerned?

New crabber here. Not sure if this post should fit under behavior, emergency or misc. so help me out here. I have an 85 gallon, properly set up according to you good folks at HCA crabitat. Three weeks ago I got our first inhabitants which consisted of six medium PP's (pet store variety complete with...

Thanks Dinky. I'll do that. Seems grandson's have some kind of hold on us!!

Hi all! Just starting out in the fascinating world of the Hermie. Being 62 and newly retired (long time coming!) I wanted something to to occupy part of my time. On a recent trip to visit family in Pa. this past year, my Grandson got me hooked on crabbin'. Immediately, after returning to Florida, I ...