Crabitat size and stores

alicrabs2003 · Post by **alicrabs2003** » Sun Mar 25, 2018 8:29 pm

I have a 10 gallon tank for my 5 hermit crabs that are each around the size of a dime except for my two medium size ones. I've been doing some research and i was thinking about getting a larger tank. Does anybody know what places or websites sell cheap tanks? I'm thinking about a 20-30 gallon unless you think i should go bigger.

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Hermiesguardian · Post by **Hermiesguardian** » Sun Mar 25, 2018 9:40 pm

alicrabs2003 wrote:I have a 10 gallon tank for my 5 hermit crabs that are each around the size of a dime except for my two medium size ones. I've been doing some research and i was thinking about getting a larger tank. Does anybody know what places or websites sell cheap tanks? I'm thinking about a 20-30 gallon unless you think i should go bigger.

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You can try craigslist. Or the apps Letgo and Offerup. In my opinion, bigger is always better since you know the crabs will get bigger.

wrswrs2 · Post by **wrswrs2** » Sun Mar 25, 2018 10:22 pm

If you live in a area where they have Petco a they are have a $1 per gallon tank sale. You can get a 20 for $20 then. Also some aquarium shops sells leaker tanks for cheap. Sometimes they are a bit dirty though and need a lot of cleaning!

YouTube · Post by **GotButterflies** » Mon Mar 26, 2018 8:02 am

I agree with Hermiesguardian. Craigslist, OfferUp, Letgo, VarageSale, FB are all places to get a setup for dirt cheap. You can also check out second hand stores. Check tank, aquarium, reptile, terrarium. A lot of times you can get a full setup for a fraction of the cost of a new aquarium. Try to get a glass aquarium. Those are better at holding humidity vs acrylic.

Good luck!

Post by **aussieJJDude** » Tue Mar 27, 2018 4:57 pm

You cpuld also go down the route of using a tote. Its a lot cheaper than a glass tank, requires a bit of modification - drill some holes for air exchange - but not exactly as clear as glass.

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alicrabs2003 · Post by **alicrabs2003** » Tue Apr 17, 2018 2:24 pm

Thx for all the great advise. I ended up finding a 140 gallon terrarium with a lid, built in humidity gauge, and thermometer for only $50!!!! Can't wait to decorate it when it's delivered!!! I'll be sure to send pics.

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Hermiesguardian · Post by **Hermiesguardian** » Tue Apr 17, 2018 4:30 pm

alicrabs2003 wrote:Thx for all the great advise. I ended up finding a 140 gallon terrarium with a lid, built in humidity gauge, and thermometer for only $50!!!! Can't wait to decorate it when it's delivered!!! I'll be sure to send pics.

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WOW!! That's an awesome deal. I thought my 90 gallon with a stand for $200 was a great deal.

alicrabs2003 · Post by **alicrabs2003** » Tue Apr 17, 2018 4:38 pm

Hermiesguardian wrote:
alicrabs2003 wrote:Thx for all the great advise. I ended up finding a 140 gallon terrarium with a lid, built in humidity gauge, and thermometer for only $50!!!! Can't wait to decorate it when it's delivered!!! I'll be sure to send pics.

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WOW!! That's an awesome deal. I thought my 90 gallon with a stand for $200 was a great deal.

I know!! They said they were moving and needed it gone fast, i was so excited.

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piratetoothgir · Post by **piratetoothgir** » Wed Apr 18, 2018 7:33 am

Congratulations!
I hope you have fun with your new tank, and crabs

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