It takes hermit crabs a while to adapt to life in captivity. Even then, hermit crabs won’t always welcome attention. You may find that your pet hermit crabs are shy […]
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Can Mold Kill Hermit Crabs? [Mildew Tank Safety Precautions]
Mold, sometimes known as mildew, is a fungal growth that forms and spreads in damp terrain. Mold can be found inside and outdoors of the home, but inside, it relies […]
Can Hermit Crabs Eat Tuna Fish?
Sometimes referred to as “the chicken of the sea,” due to its delicate taste and versatility, tuna is a saltwater fish that belongs to the mackerel family. Tuna is a […]
Can Hermit Crabs Eat Rice?
Rice is arguably the easiest way to offer carbohydrates to hermit crabs. Many of us already use rice in our daily cooking, while most supermarkets and smaller food stores stock […]
Can Hermit Crabs Eat Pineapple?
The pineapple is the tropical fruit of the Ananas comosus plant. Pineapples are most commonly grown in Latin America, particularly Costa Rica, although they also grow in parts of Africa. […]
Why Is My Hermit Crab Just Sitting There? [Not Moving]
Hermit crabs are active animals, so watching them live their lives can be entertaining. Something may be amiss if a hermit crab remains extremely still and declines to move. All […]
Hermit Crab Shell Evacuation [Why It Happens + What To Do]
Hermit crabs need shells to survive in the wild and captivity. No hermit crab will retain the same shell for life because they need to upgrade to larger shells as […]
Can Hermit Crabs Share A Shell?
Despite their name, hermit crabs are social animals that live in groups of over 100 in the wild. The name ‘hermit crab’ comes from the fact that they seek out […]
Can Hermit Crabs Eat Eggs? [Boiled, Scrambled, Raw + Eggshells]
Hermit crabs are unlikely to encounter eggs in the wild while scavenging for food. However, their nutritional value makes eggs a good snack or meal for captive hermit crabs. Eggs […]
Can Hermit Crabs Eat Cucumber?
Cucumber is a term applied to the fruit of the Cucumis sativus plant family. Often erroneously referred to as a vegetable, a traditional garden cucumber is considered a fruit as […]
Can Hermit Crabs Eat Apples?
Hermit crabs have a sweet tooth, so fresh fruit is a popular addition to their diet. Apples are a particular favorite of hermit crabs, provided you pick up a variety […]
What’s The Difference Between True Crabs And Hermit Crabs?
Hermit crabs are sometimes called false crabs or Anomura, and the likes of the common shore crab are known as true crabs or Brachyura. There are numerous differences between these […]