If you keep hermit crabs, you will spend a lot of time in your local supermarket’s fresh fruit aisle. Fruit offers nutrition, as well as appealing to the palate of […]
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What Vegetables Can Hermit Crabs Eat?
Fresh, organic vegetables are the cornerstone of a hermit crabs meal plan. Veggies provide hermit crabs with the nutrition they need, as well as appealing to their varied palate. Among […]
Do Hermit Crabs Have Good Eyesight?
One of the most striking physical features of hermit crabs is their eyes. Invariably bright and round, the eyes are unmistakable. However, their size and prominence don’t mean that hermit […]
Do Hermit Crabs Travel Well?
Hermit crabs rarely leave their tank. This means that you need to think long and hard before subjecting hermit crabs to a stressful journey. Hermit crabs are not natural travelers. […]
Do Hermit Crabs Change Colors?
Hermit crabs can be a range of colors, usually bright and vibrant. It’s likely the color and shade of hermit crabs initially caught your eye. However, it’s concerning if your […]
How To Tell If A Hermit Crab Is Pregnant
Hermit crabs are very difficult to breed. Their offspring need to grow up underwater and then make a delicate transition to land. Because of this, most owners are unable to […]
Do Hermit Crabs Lay Eggs or Give Live Birth?
Hermit crabs rarely mate in captivity, as they require an unlikely set of circumstances to birth young. This means that their reproduction process is not always well understood. To clarify, […]
Do Hermit Crabs Get Bored?
We could spend hours watching hermit crabs go about their day-to-day business. There is something fascinating about these animals. Unfortunately, this amusement tends to be one-sided. Without appropriate entertainment in […]
Is My Hermit Crab Healthy?
Hermit crabs make entertaining, rewarding pets. Forget anything you may have heard about hermit crabs being easy to care for as they are delicate with very specific care needs. When […]
How Much Do Hermit Crabs Cost? (Tank Setup + Monthly Expenses)
You’ll need to provide a 5-20 gallon tank with 3-4 inches of substrate and carefully maintain its humidity levels. Hermit crabs also need a variety of shells to choose from […]
What Colors Do Hermit Crabs See?
Hermit crabs have two large eyes that are clearly visible even when they are young. At a glance, these eyes appear to function differently from our own. They let the […]
Can You Release Hermit Crabs At The Beach?
You may find yourself unable to care for your hermit crabs. Many hermies are sourced directly from the wild and aren’t born in captivity. That can make the beach seem […]