While considered a berry by botanists, grapes are officially classified as a fruit. Grapes are grown on the vine of the Vitis plant and can be found worldwide. The sweetness […]
Hermit Crab Diet
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. Hermit crabs are […]
Can Hermit Crabs Eat Rice? (White vs. Brown)
Hermit crabs may not be drawn to rice as it lacks an enticing scent. According to the Proceedings of the Royal Society, hermit crabs identify food by aroma near a […]
Can Hermit Crabs Eat Pineapple?
Pineapple (Ananas comosus) has a distinctive appearance and sweet, sharp taste. The sweetness and unmistakable aroma of pineapple appeal to most hermit crabs. They’ll unlikely encounter pineapple in the wild, […]
Can Hermit Crabs Eat Eggs? (Boiled, Scrambled, Raw + Eggshells)
The nutritional value of eggs puts them high on a hermit crab’s list of recommended foods. Eggs bolster the health of hermit crabs with protein, calcium, phosphorus, and potassium. Raw […]
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 […]