HCA: Hermit Crab Association

Welcome! You've gotten great advice here so far. If any of your crabs bury themselves, never dig them up. If they are in the middle of molting, digging them up could be fatal. If any of those painted shells are empty, remove them. They are toxic. You can order extra shells on etsy, ebay, amazon and ...

That's really interesting. So our larger crabs will change less often it see.s. which is good, because those shells are expensive.

CrabbyLover77 wrote: ↑

Tue Jul 28, 2020 11:31 pm

We can all use a little help from our friends once in a while. [emoji4]

https://youtu.be/BJE5SSrcRdE

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So true!

CrabbyLover77 wrote: ↑

Mon Jul 27, 2020 2:53 am

So cute!

When you said, "look food, yum!" I wonder if your crabby was thinking he's getting food, or he's gonna be food LOL.

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It sounds like you're doing everything right. I would cut out the ham and sausage. Sausage already has seasonings in it. And ham is very salty and may have preservatives. Do you give them calcium everyday? Give her some honey. That might boost her energy. Bee pollen.

Mine did that too.

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This is my bravest crab.

https://youtu.be/laLNpp6hAfE

CrabbyLover77 wrote: ↑

Sat Jul 25, 2020 11:06 pm

Your guys really love that tree hideout! How many do you think can fit in there? [emoji4]

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If the crabs are small I guess 4 maybe.

I would say you need a lid. Tubs come with lids. Not only will there be no humidity, but they can climb out.

The correct consistancy of the substrate is what helps the tank stay humid. Usually the sand in the bag is moist to begin with. It needs to be sandcastle consistancy. If it's dry, it needs to be moistened with dechlor fresh or dechlor salt water.

CrabbyLover77 wrote: ↑

Fri Jul 24, 2020 3:45 am

Crabby, party of 3, your wheel is ready! [emoji14]

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Welcome!

They need calcium and protein daily. Is your wire lid sealed? Do you live in an extremely humid area? Otherwise I don't know how your humidity can be at 80%. Do you have a digital therm/hygro?

Who knew there could be such drama? It could be a soap opera. Days of Our Crabs.
Ambush, imprisonment, and escape.


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