Current setup.

[GotButterflies]

I have always used authentic fish net - I have never had issues with any of my crabs getting stuck in it. I used to have a hemp net also, but my crabs ate it! It disappeared about a year ago.


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[daws409]

Another case of "what works for one may not work for another"!

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[Brewerae]

Just one suggestion. Cover 3 sides so they feel less exposed. I covered the sides of mine with foam board I got at the dollar store and a bit of tape. Cost me less than $6. They were much more active after I did that.


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[GotButterflies]

Just one suggestion. Cover 3 sides so they feel less exposed. I covered the sides of mine with foam board I got at the dollar store and a bit of tape. Cost me less than $6. They were much more active after I did that.


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Feeling safe definitely makes them more active Foam board is a form of insulation, so just make sure your tank doesn't get too hot- especially over the summer


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[Kermie16]

We've also used jute nets and all natural twine nets:) Definitely fun to make as diy projects!


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[Natejaeg]

So I was looking on the safe list, and I noticed plums are safe. Does that include the branches too? There is a Japanese plum tree here I was thinking of getting a branch off of.

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[LadyJinglyJones]

Im not sure about plum specifically, but the wood of fruit trees is typically discouraged because of anti-insect properties that may also be harmful to crabs.

Edit: plum wood is on the not safe list, owing to a cyanide-like compound. Check it out under the heading 'prunus species':

http://hermitcrabassociation.com/phpBB/ ... 25&t=92556

[Natejaeg]

Good to know. Thanks

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