HCA: Hermit Crab Association

Hi everyone! I know it has been a while but I have been extremely busy! I just wanted to give an update on George and Hermione. They seem to both be doing well. Everyone was right, Hermione was simply adjusting. She comes out of her littler corner even during the day sometimes! I love watching her c...

Thanks so much guys. I have been so worried about her. We purchased both crabs Thursday August 10th, and we actually got the tank that same day even though we were at the beach although the initial tank was one of those starter tanks that comes with sand and just little hermit crab pellets. After sp...

Wow! your optimism is giving me so much hope! should I be concerned about George hovering around her spot? I'm not sure if he is just lonely. Also, I am buying a new 20 gallon tank tomorrow. Should I transfer her over even though she is buried or should I wait and give her more time to adjust? Thank...

Hi everyone! Can I start by saying how grateful I am that I found this forum. My children and I just purchased two hermit crabs, George and Hermione. I have never owned hermit crabs in my life and I was shocked when I found out the immense care they need, but once I did my research I was able to pro...