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My hermit crab has shedded it's exoskeleton but is staying in the same shell is this normal?
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∙ 14y ago
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.
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What are the differences between endoskeletons and exoskeletons?
An exoskeleton is where the bones are on the outside of an organism. An example could be a crab, or insect. An endoskeleton is what you and I have, bones inside the body. Exo means outside and endo means inside or within by the way.
What kind of microscope do you need to see an ants exoskeleton?
i am not sure of what kind of microscope you need, but not something cheap at all, i can remember that i did this on a really cheap one a couple of years ago, a normal stereo microscope (optic) should work fine ;3
Where are hermit crabs found?
you can put sand or stones in a crabs habitat my fiddler crab enjoys hiding under rocks and other things that he can fit into he will go into and space he can to hide so you can put large stones in for them to hide under. i bought a smalldome kind of thing that has a bottem layer then stones on either side to hold a large piece on top of it so he likes to go in there cuz he can sit in the water. also you can buy them beds at the pet store they like those. but all crabs need water so put water in it some crabs need salt water and some need normal water and mine needs part salt and part clean. so i hope this helps :)
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Do hermit crabs stay in their shells when they molt?
Yes, the hermit crab remains in it's (outer) sea shell/home when it molts. However, when the hermit crab molts it sheds it's old exoskeleton much like a snake sheds it's skin, pushing the old exoskeleton out of the sea shell, and forms a new exoskeleton. The new exoskeleton is soft at first and takes time to harden. The hermit crab's "tail and belly" section remains soft and vulnerable requiring a hard outer shell/sea shell for protection.
What should you do when your hermit crab is molting?
The best thing to do is leave it alone. Make sure you have at least 3 inches of substrate (sand; coconut bedding; etc.) to molt/also known as shedding it's outer skin. Once your hermit crab is finished molting do NOT remove it's previous exoskeleton. Hermit crabs eat their old exoskeleton so their new exoskeleton will harden. Make sure your hermit crab is in an isolated tank (meaning there are no other crabs in the tank) during the molting process. Once your hermit crab has finished the entire molting process, let him rest for a while in the isolated tank and when it's up and moving again you can put your hermit crab back into its normal page
How large is a normal hermit crab?
Hermit crabs don't have a regular size because they grow, they don't stay the same size.
Clear urine is it normal?
If you're staying hydrated - yes.
Is a hermit a herbivore?
Yes, but they can eat meat too. Technically, They are omnivores, so yes and no.
Does a hermit crab have to have sand when it is molting?
It depends on the size of your hermit crab. They can take as little as one week, up to several months. The average time for a smaller crab is 3-4 weeks, but can take much longer, so don't be tempted to dig them up if they are under for a very long time. While molting under the surface, your crab is shedding his old exoskeleton. His new exoskeleton needs some time to harden, and then he will eat his old exoskeleton. He needs this as it helps him replenish the calcium and protein to help his new exoskeleton harden and to give him energy. He may surface before his new exo is fully hardened. He may appear pale, and lethargic. Do not disturb him at this time. Wait until he is acting normal, with normal energy and color, before you pick him up and play with him. He needs time to recover without being disturbed. Make sure you provide him with plenty of protein and calcium and chitin sources after he surfaces, such as shrimp with the tail still on, dried mealworms, freeze dried shrimp (without preservatives, ethoxyquin and copper sulfate are toxic to hermit crabs). Give him a little honey or coconut (unsweetened) in his dish for some added energy.
Is it normal for a land hermit crab to have a dark wart under only their left claw?
no it is not normal to me you should check and see if its really a wart first though
When you bathe a hermit crab and it acts like it cant breathe is that normal?
Hermit crabs can't exactly act like they're breathing, but just make sure that the bath water is about a centimeter below their eyes.
What do baby hermit crabs eat?
Baby hermit crabs will feed on plankton until they have grown enough to resemble a hermit crab, when they will start to feed on a normal hermit crab diet.
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. :)
Is it normal for hermit crabs to come out a lot in the day?
well it depends, if u have a hermit crab that is from a region where there are alot of its natural predators, like: seagulls, carnivorous sea turtles. it is not very normal to have a crab form a place that doesnt have natural predators that does come out at night, but if it is one from a very populated beach then yeah.
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