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a hermit crab needs more than one friend normally. you should have a plastic or glass aquarium. crabby will need a hermie hut and a food bowl or shell. your crab will need water and something to climb on. and best of all a loving home.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 15y agoGlass aquarium with lid
Sunglo lights
diggable substrate (sand or coconut fiber bedding)
fresh and salt water pools
fresh and prepared foods and dishes
thermometer/hygrometer
things to climb and hide under
moss
source of heat, like an under the tank heater
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∙ 12y agoHermit crabs need the right temp, humidity, kinds of water, kinds of salt water, and more! This is because it is tropical it comes from the Caribbean and needs special care.
If you take care of a hermit crab properly it can live for over 7 years! they are NOT throw away pets! I have had one for 3 years and counting.
To learn how to ACTUALLY take care of hermit crabs please go to
hermitcrablovers142.webs.com
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∙ 14y agoGlass tank with glass lid, proper substrate, deep water dishes, decor (fake plants, wood, etc), heat lamp, temp/humidity gage, tons of extra shells, dechlorinator, aquarium salt, proper food, more than one hermit crab, $$.
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∙ 12y agoHermit crabs have a good amount of needs, but not too many. There's a lot to know, I can't fit it all right here.
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Is it OK to give a hermit crab rice cakes?
You should ask someone.
Do you need to feed your hermit crab if it bites to much?
Hermit crabs do not bite, they pinch. When a hermit crab pinches you that means that they are intimidated and stressed out, and possibly hungry. In your crabitat there should always be fresh food available to your hermit crab so it does not starve. My hermit crabs are 6 years old, if you want to learn how to PROPERLY CARE FOR A HERMIT CRAB, visit hermitcrablovers142.webs.com
How often do you feed a hemit crab?
You should feed your hermit crab everyday and give it lettuce and fruits as well as pellet food.
Can a hermit crab give birth to only one hermit crab?
no, they give birth to thousands that live in the water until they become full hermies
Can you watch a movie with a hermit crab in your lap will it run away?
your hermit crab will die and give u a disease known as gingivitis
What does a hermit crab look like molting?
what it looks like is a naked hermit crab so if your hermit crab isn't picking it shell for almost a day get more changing shells so if your hermit crab is naked don't worry just give them some time
Hermit crab hasnt found a shell?
If your hermit crab hasn't found his shell you should give him a little bit of time to find it. It is important to not force him into his shell as he may become ill trying to find it.
Should you give your land hermit crab a bath?
yes you can. only you have to use very very shallow water!
Is it all right to put more than one hermit crab in the same tank on the same day?
Yes, hermit crabs don't usually fight. You could give the new hermit crab a bath so that it smells the same as the other hermit crab in you tank.
What is in the hermit crab diet?
Hermit crabs eat a variety of food, like storebought food, fruits, veggies, and fish. DO NOT give your crab dairy. He will DIE.
How can you tell if a hermit crab is still live?
If a hermit crab is dead it will begin to give off a rotting smell after just a couple days and will not make even the tiniest of twitches.
How much is it a month to give a hermit crab what it needs?
5 pounds i think
