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Do baby hermit crabs need to be separated from the adults?
If you mean land hermit crabs, no, they don't. Hermit crabs of all sizes can get along just find as long as you: 1. Have enough room. Think of it as 3-5 gallons per crab needed. 2. Are feeding them protein and calcium along with fresh fruits and veggies.
Is it bad to put a new small hermit crab with a big hermit crab?
no we had over ten hermit crabs in one cage and they were all fine.:) since they are both different sizes you should keep an eye on them but you shouldn't worry because hermit crabs are very social animals.
Why are crabs different colors?
Crabs are different colors because there are different species of crabs. They will also come in various sizes as well.
What are the characteristics of the crabs?
Well, they can come in many sizes: big, small, red, purple, grey, and even pink. But hermit crabs are very intelligent and they all have there own unique attitude! This is one of the many things that I LOVE about them! They're all different! Hope this helped!
What should you use to feed a crab in your home?
If you have a hermit crab, we used to feed them dog food just break the pellets up into smaller sizes the hermit crabs do not eat much so watch the dog food for mold, just 2 nuggets will last a long time, the hard part is getting larger shells for the hermit crabs.
What are facts on crabs?
1. Hermit crabs are able to go outside if the temperature is between 70*F and 90*F. 2. Hermit crabs like heat and humidity. 3. If you get more than 1 hermit crab then their shells need to all be the same sizes because if 1 hermit crab has a bigger shell than that crab will kill the smaller ones. 4. You need to keep a good eye on the crabs because if you let the crabs roam around on your floor while not looking they might get away and that would be a super bad problem. 5. And make sure that they have food and water in their cages every day. 6. Never put them in a bowl full of lots of water because then they will drown and do not ever put hermit crabs in chlorine. 7. And pay lots of attention to your hermit crabs.Love on them and make them feel good.
What does it mean if your hermit crab come out of its shell and won't go back in?
Hermit crabs are nocturnal, so it sounds like your hermit must have gone to sleep. Mine has slept for a week, once! If you get home and you find your hermit crab out of it's shell and looking see-through, then it has molted. Hermits usually molt on their 'birthday' but stay in their shells a while prior to molting.
How many shells do you need for a Hermit Crab?
Hermit crabs change shells once and a while so put about maybe 3 or 2 per hermit crab.I have my own hermit crab and i thought this question.But my hermit crabs havent been changing shells a lot.And make sure you use the right size because hermit crabs dont change shells if that shell is to small or to big or have holes in it.Have Fun With Your Hermit crab
What is the best shelter for hermit crabs?
well i have 2 hermit crabs named charlie and kiwi, and i have tried everything to try and get them into the shelter... i have tried containers, rock shelters, small plant and even the old peels off of an orange. they never seemed to like them... until i tried a cocoa nut hut!!! you can buy them from pet stores and they come in all sizes, they are half of a cocoa nut with a little door cut in it my crabs love it and it also keeps them warm
How does a Hermit Crab grow?
there skin grows and then they change their shells so make sure you have plenty of shells in different shapes and sizes
How many crabs does it take to equal 1 cup?
That depends on the crabs. They come in many sizes.
Why are hermit crab pinchers different sizes?
Hermit crab pinchers, or claws, differ in size due to their asymmetrical nature, which is typical for many crab species. Generally, one claw is larger and more robust, used for defense and handling food, while the smaller claw is more agile, aiding in manipulation and foraging. This specialized adaptation allows hermit crabs to effectively manage their environment and threats while maximizing their feeding efficiency. Additionally, the size variation can also reflect the individual crab's species, age, and habitat.
