How do I make leaves safe for crabby food?

pearl29mi · Post by **pearl29mi** » Sun Oct 11, 2015 4:51 pm

I was going to go and collect some leaves that are safe for crabs to eat outside, but how do I clean them? Or do I just put them right in the food bowl? And also, is there a way I can get rid of pesticides/chemicals if there is any?

lauraroberson · Post by **lauraroberson** » Sun Oct 11, 2015 5:02 pm

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IBlab crab · Post by **IBlab crab** » Sun Oct 11, 2015 7:54 pm

I would only collect from an area you believe no pesticides have been used.I find deep wooded areas and national parks.Never go on private property unless you have permission. I also look for places near small bodies of water because some states have laws regarding the use of pesticides near waterways.I don't think you can fully remove pesticides,there will always be some traces of residue left behind.
There are some reptile supply sites that sell leaves online,just google them.

Crabinski · Post by **Crabinski** » Sun Oct 11, 2015 11:07 pm

IBlab crab wrote:There are some reptile supply sites that sell leaves online,just google them.

Alaska Hermit Crab (see our Shopping page) sells a variety of dried leaves from safe sources. My guys love the birch, crabapple, fireweed, stawberry and raspberry leaves.

IBlab crab · Post by **IBlab crab** » Sun Oct 11, 2015 11:36 pm

Crabinski wrote: Alaska Hermit Crab (see our Shopping page) sells a variety of dried leaves from safe sources. My guys love the birch, crabapple, fireweed, stawberry and raspberry leaves.

I think she was looking for oak leaves,free ones.

HCA: Hermit Crab Association

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