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It actually really depends on the species of hermit crab. The species most commonly found as a pet in the US is the Purple Pincer (C. Clypeatus), and almost as common is the Equadorian (C. Compressus).
Purple Pincers (named for the purple coloring on their large pincer) are more likely to change their shell just after a molt. They seem to enjoy changing shells often, but most especially after a molt.
Equadorians, however, seem to be more attached to their shells, and may take quite some time before they change to a new one. Some have been known to keep the same one until they are so large they can't even pull their eyes in!
If you give your crabs plenty of shell options, they are more likely to change.
Purple Pincers seem to prefer those shells that have round holes, and their favorites seem to be Turbo shells. Equadorians prefer a shell with a D shaped opening, such as a Whale Eye or Shark Eye shell.
What else can I help you with?
What is the hermit crabs favorite color?
Hermit crabs do not care much for the color of the shell, however, they prefer shells with a pearl lining inside. Ecuadorian hermit crabs are very picky for their shells though! Try to get the same shape and colour of shell for these ones.
When do you know when you hermit crab is going to die?
You will know when your hermit crab is about to die because it will not move in the shell. When it is not moving it starts to fall out of its shell. Like my hermit crabs 2 of them died and now I only have 1. The first and second one did the same thing of course but they both fell out. You also know when a hermit crab dies, when they a pale or there skin is different. They will not hide into there shell at all. Hopefully your hermit crabs are in good health like mine were!!!
How big does a baby hermit crabs shell need to be?
its pretty much the same anwser for any size crab. the shell's hole should be about 20-30% bigger then the last one. if your still confused then another way to find out is by getting a shell with a hole a little bit bigger then the hermit crabs big claw
Are hermit crabs social?
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.
Can you put hamsters in a tank with hermit crabs?
Don't do that! Hermit crabs may get out of their shell to change into a new shell or even get out to eat some lettuce or drink water from a water absorbed sponge. During that process who knows what the hamsters would do to the hermit crab. They're not meant to be in the same cage!
What happens if a hermit crabs shell get to little?
If your land hermit crab's shell gets to small get a new shell. The shell hole should be the same size as your crab's big claw or bigger Make sure your crab's new shell is clean. DO NOT FORCE YOU CRAB TO COME OUT! All you have to do is set your crab's new shell in it's cage and wait.
Can you feed hermit crabs banana?
Yes, bananas are good for them!
Where do hermit crabs migrate?
they stay in the same place
My hermit crab has shedded it's exoskeleton but is staying in the same shell is this normal?
Hermit crabs need a shell because inside of the their shell is their soft tail or body. It needs it's shell because other hermit crabs can hurt or damage their tail or body that's inside of the shell. Hermit crabs will always be in a shell. The only time when they aren't in a shell is that quick few seconds when they change shells into a bigger one to grow. If your hermit crab is running around without it's shells there is something wrong with your crab. Go to the Mall of America (Nickaloden Universe) what ever you want to call it and ask the person why. I bet he can help you.
How do hermit crabs bear their young?
Hermit crabs will not have a single baby while they are not in the wild. They will never have a baby in captivity. No one really knows why but they do know that for a fact. When hermit crabs are ready to have their baby or babies, they basically do the same things as humans. First they take their shell off and then they try to dig themselves down in the ground a little bit. When those two steps are both done, they just wait until its ready and then do the same as humans.
Are hermit crabs happier if there is more of them?
Yes. The hermit crab usually lives in a pod of 25 or more. So, the more the better. But, hermit crabs can get territorial, so have plenty of space. And, some crabs will pick on crabs of the same size. They feel they are a threat.
What kind of shells do hermit crabs live in?
It depends on the type of hermit crab. Purple Pinchers or Carribean crabs like turbo shells, but I have one in a different kind. Ecuadorians like shells with a more wide or oval shaped opening because their body is wider
