he walked up the ramp out of the pool. But with no shell! He sat on top the pool deck like this for two hours, I put shells close by him, but he didnt take. I get up this morning to find that he has gone back in to the pool at some point and got his shell out. And now seems fine. He also refuses to get in a bigger shell even though his is a little small. In fact he will try smaller ones on but not bigger ones.I know crabs will get out of their shell if they are sick or dying. But has any one seen them do it underwater? I did notice he has a small brown spot on his abdomen. Also he is missing the end of a leg, I'm guessing from a fight. He had just finished a successful molt before this, about three or four weeks ago. All tank conditions are good.
Also how long has anyone seen their crabs stay underwater?
Sorry this was a lot to read. And please don't tell me why I shouldn't have Strawberry hermit crabs.
Thanks.
make sure both are clean. (Dip into fresh water of the tank if you need to)