HCA: Hermit Crab Association

Hi! Bought 2 new crabs 2.5 weeks ago. One immediately went underground and has been there the entire time. I have read this is normal and may be destressing or molting. But, the other one has been hiding in one of the caves and hasn't moved in 2 weeks. I see her shell but she hasnt poked her head ou...

Well, I've had our crabs a full week and 1 buried right away and the other is in one of the hide-away holes and never comes out. Makes me a bit sad that I have all this stuff for them and they are still distressing (or decided to molt right away I have NO idea)... So every day I check my temps (80F)...

Well I just read the full post on the "what bug is that" and I am freaking out a bit! How often do people have trouble with bugs in the tanks? Our tank is in our daughters room, she is the one who has begged for the crabs, and it is next to her bed so I am now super worried. Anything I can do to pre...

Great. This makes sense. Appreciate it!

On the same food topic, is it ok to buy some of these veggies and fruits and just freeze them until I am ready to use to I waste less? Some things I just don't eat so I am thinking that buying a bit and freezing extra would be helpful.

Got it. Thank you!

Hi! Newbie here so maybe a stupid question. I have read through the safe foods and am ready to feed. Do I need to pulverize everything I give them or can I just dice it? So the list has oranges and broccoli. Can I just dice or does this need to be crushed to make it like paste for them to eat? I can...

Thanks everyone for the comments. I'm good on the salt water and water bowls that info was clear and consistent in most forums. Lighting options seem to vary a lot from some saying no lights needed to 25w to 100w. I'll start with my UTH and see if I can get it warm enough in my tank. It is 15 gallon...

Thank you!

Hi! Looking to be a new crab owner this weekend and setting up crabitat. A few newbie questions for anyone with perspective. 1) I am confused on the lighting. I ordered a dual lighting system to allow for 1 daytime bulb and 1 moon glow bulb. Do I just buy a 25 w incandescent for the daytime or somet...

DALLAS, TX

Hi. I live in Dallas Texas and am looking to adopt 2 small crab. I have a 10 gallon tank set up. I prefer a pair if possible. Will only travel in DFW area.

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