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No. Hermit crabs live on huge beach colonies and are accustomed to working and traveling in huge groups. Crabs really need to be kept in groups (best case scenario would be in same species group). Crabs should be kept in groups of 3 or more.
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Are hermit crabs happier if they have companions?
Yes. Despite the name "hermit", they are highly social and thrive in larger groups. "Hermit" only refers to the gastropod shells they wear, not their social tendencies.
How many hermit crabs is too many hermit crabs?
A lot
Are hermit crabs herbavores?
No, Hermit Crabs are omnivores.
Do hermit crabs like each other?
Yes. Despite their name, hermit crabs are known to be very social. The may from time to time need to be solitary, for example when moulting.
Why do hermit crabs chirp?
They arent squealing, they are chirping. This is how they communicate with one another. But if you only have one, it could just be chirping for fun :) Dont worry about, it is normal. :)
Do Hermit Crabs Have Antennas?
Yes hermit crabs have antennas.
What Enemies Do Hermit Crabs Have?
fish and bigger hermit crabs
Are hermit crabs death?
No hermit crabs are small and friendly
What are the hermit crabs preditors?
sea birds, fish, octopuses, crabs, and other hermit crabs
What is required for hermit crabs to grow?
Hermit crabs need distilled water, and SEA salt water, since they are scavengers they eat fruits and veggies. you also need at least 2 hermit crabs they are very social. They need one gallon of space per hermit crab. Hermies also need 70 - 80 F temp and 70 - 80 %humidity. Research more about hermit crabs plz. . .
Can hermit crabs kill moon crabs?
it deppends on how big the hermit crabs and the moon crabs are but if the hermit crab is bigger youv'e got your self a dead moon crab
Do hermit crabs live in groups or by itself?
Hermit crabs are very social creatures. if you own one, you should get another on because they hate being alone. I have six and they talk to each other a lot.
