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by Softymom
Wed Jul 06, 2016 9:07 pm
Forum: Emergency
Topic: Hermit crab missing outdoors
Replies: 20
Views: 2550

Re: Hermit crab missing outdoors

The brand is API, Aquarium Pharmaceuticals
by Softymom
Wed Jul 06, 2016 8:25 pm
Forum: Emergency
Topic: Hermit crab missing outdoors
Replies: 20
Views: 2550

Re: Hermit crab missing outdoors

My husband just happens to have Aquarium salt. Would that be safe? I am very new to hermit crabs.
by Softymom
Wed Jul 06, 2016 7:47 pm
Forum: Emergency
Topic: Hermit crab missing outdoors
Replies: 20
Views: 2550

Re: Hermit crab missing outdoors

That is a great story about finding your hermit crab 3 months later! That gives me hope! Also, I will try the salt water. Do you happen to know what ratio of salt/water is best? And we do live in North Carolina so right now we definitely have a humid climate so that is good! Thanks for all of your h...
by Softymom
Tue Jul 05, 2016 10:00 pm
Forum: Emergency
Topic: Hermit crab missing outdoors
Replies: 20
Views: 2550

Re: Hermit crab missing outdoors

I was afraid of that. Thanks for your help, though. I believe he headed toward some thick pine needles. He probably buried himself down in there. I placed food out in several spots but will take it up in the morning so I won't attract any other critters.
by Softymom
Tue Jul 05, 2016 9:30 pm
Forum: Emergency
Topic: Hermit crab missing outdoors
Replies: 20
Views: 2550

Hermit crab missing outdoors

We were letting our hermit crab get some exercise outside. We turned our head for a few seconds and he was gone. We have searched everywhere. Does anyone have any advice on how to find a hermit crab outside? Thanks!