Hermit crabs need shells to survive in the wild and captivity. No hermit crab will retain the same shell for life, as they must upgrade to larger shells as their […]
Author: Joanne Harper
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’ came about because they seek out shells that […]
Is My Hermit Crab Scared?
Hermit crabs hide within their shells or burrow under the substrate when afraid. They may also nip you with their large chelipeds when escape isn’t possible. When first brought home, […]
How To Get a Hermit Crab To Come Out of Its Shell Without Killing It
Hermit crabs hide in their shells when most vulnerable. A shell offers protection for hermit crabs’ soft bodies. Hermit crabs hang onto their shells with hook-shaped tails until they feel […]
Post-Purchase Stress (PPS) And New Hermit Crab Behavior
Post-purchase stress in hermit crabs is an adverse reaction to being removed from the wild and everything that entails for a new life in captivity. This environmental change is stressful […]
How Do I Get My Hermit Crab To Like Me?
Part of the joy of having a pet is forging a close bond. You’ll need to be realistic about how much affection hermit crabs can show you, but they can […]