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Stress In Hermit Crabs - Signs, Causes & Treatment
Stress is a real thing, and something all animals and humans experience. Even hermit crabs! However, in hermit crabs, stress can be lethal. Stress takes a huge toll on a hermit crabs' body and can cause all sorts of complications. Below we will cover the common signs of stress in hermit crabs. Signs - • Dropping shell and going naked • Dropping limbs • Lethargic • Loss of appetite • Inactive • Uncalled for aggression • Continually retracted inside shell • Not bathing or drink
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May 16, 202412 min read
Captive Breeding Australian Hermit Crabs (C. variabilis)
Is it not feasible to breed hermit crabs in captivity without a scientific degree and laboratory setup? This is a common misconception within the global hermit crab community. Repeatedly, we observe individuals dismissing captive breeding, believing it to be beyond human capability. They are indeed mistaken. How do we know this? Because we have achieved it, as have many others globally. Our successful Australian breeders include Natalie Van Amstel, Sue Brown, Tiffany Michelle
thehappyhermie
Oct 29, 202327 min read
30 Interesting Hermit Crab Facts
•Hermit Crabs Pee! Yes! Strangely enough, they pee through their antennae glands close to the eyes. You may never actually see this happen though as it is very minimal and very small. •Hermit Crabs don't have ears No, they do not have ears. They hear by sensing vibrations through their antennae's, legs and sensory hairs. •Hermit Crabs can change their gender Yes, it is true, a Hermit Crab can change their gender during a moult. Changing from male to female and back again. It
thehappyhermie
Sep 25, 20236 min read
50 Hermit Crab FAQ's
Determining Appropriate Duration in the Pool There is no specific time limit for how long your crab can stay in the pool. As long as there is a safe means for them to enter and exit, they will leave when they are ready. If there is no way out and you find a hermit crab in the pool, remove it and provide a climbing object to facilitate their exit. If you discover a shell-less crab in the pool, remove it immediately and adhere to the protocol for handling naked crabs. Has My He
thehappyhermie
Sep 19, 202311 min read
Hermit Crabs - The Hands Off Pet
Let's face it, whatever the pet store told you about Hermit Crabs being an easy, playful pet that you can take out of the tank and play with anywhere... forget about it. Think of your Hermit Crab as a pet fish, you don't take the fish outside to play, or have a cuddle on the couch. Why? Because your fish can't breathe out of water. The same goes for Hermit Crabs, they cannot breathe outside of the tank with low humidity levels. At the end of the day, every single Captive Herm
thehappyhermie
Aug 6, 20234 min read
Hermit Crab Behaviour
It is fascinating to note that every hermit crab possesses a unique personality. Some may exhibit shyness, while others are more outgoing, and there are those that prefer solitude. These crustaceans are observed to display a variety of behaviors and personalities, whether in their natural habitat or under captivity. In the following section, we will delve into the nature of these behaviors and their significance. Shyness and Hiding Some captive hermit crabs exhibit timid beha
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Jul 21, 20236 min read
Hermit Crab Moulting - What To Know
Australian land hermit crabs belong to the category of Arthropods, requiring periodic moulting of their exoskeleton to facilitate growth. During moulting, a hermit crab sheds its tough exoskeleton, which should not be mistaken for its shell. The exoskeleton refers to the rigid skin covering the hermit crab's body. Unlike mammals, hermit crabs do not have bones; instead, their bodies consist of soft tissues shielded by the hard exoskeleton. During the moulting process, hermit
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Jul 12, 20234 min read