Why do they go awhile without being active?

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Why do they go awhile without being active?

Post by Krusty2015 » Sat Jan 23, 2016 11:15 am

My 2 PP'S for 2 days stayed in their hut together and refused to come out despite some yummy leaves for hermit crab patch. At some point I believe they came out to eat some mineral supplement because the shell was in a different position but everything else was untouched. Then last night during our southern "snow storm" I noticed they both came out and were exploring some new monopi wood I put in and eating tye leaves and some shrimp. I didn't sleep much because of the threat of power loss. Why did they have the 2 day period of not doing much? The temp stayed at 79 and the humidity was in the upper 80's. I know they love to make us worry!

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Re: Why do they go awhile without being active?

Post by CallaLily » Sat Jan 23, 2016 12:34 pm

Sounds pretty normal to me. There are going to be times when, despite perfect conditions, they're less active. If you're looking for a pet that's constantly active, hermit crabs are not it. ;)

Just in case, double check that your hygrometer is reading correctly. In my experience, they can crap out from time to time.


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Re: Why do they go awhile without being active?

Post by Krusty2015 » Sat Jan 23, 2016 1:45 pm

Oh no I have 2 dogs that keep me on my toes lol. I checked it and it was correct. Guess they have lazy days too lol.

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Re: Why do they go awhile without being active?

Post by CallaLily » Sat Jan 23, 2016 3:29 pm

PPs especially, it seems. :lol:


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Re: Why do they go awhile without being active?

Post by Krusty2015 » Sat Jan 23, 2016 6:11 pm

They are now making up for lost time [WINKING FACE]

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