Carrots, bell peppers, cucumbers, and leafy greens are among the best vegetables for hermit crabs. Most vegetables are safe, but Allium family members, like onions and garlic, are toxic. Bright […]
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Hermit Crabs and Watermelon: A Nutritional Analysis
Watermelon can be fed to hermit crabs once or twice a week, perhaps as part of a fruit medley. It’s a source of vitamins A and C and potassium. Melon […]
The Role of Burrowing in Hermit Crab Survival
As prey animals, burrowing in the sand is among hermit crabs’ natural behaviors. Hermit crabs dig holes when searching for food, resting, occupying their time, or seeking respite. They may […]
Safeguarding Hermit Crabs from Drowning Hazards
There are differences between the environments marine and land-based hermit crabs need to breathe. Aquatic hermit crabs should be primarily exposed to water, while land hermit crabs spend most of […]
The Role of Sea Sponges in Hermit Crab Environments
Sponges are non-mandatory items you may wish to add to a hermit crab tank. Natural sea sponges enable hermit crabs to drink and bathe, reducing the risk of drowning and […]
Oranges and Hermit Crabs: What You Need to Know
Oranges and other citrus fruits are safe and nutritious for hermit crabs. Hermit crabs are natural scavengers, so they prefer oranges that have passed their sell-by date. The mushier the […]