Education
is the key to a better future for Australian hermit crabs

At The Happy Hermie, our mission is to educate the Australian hermit crab community on proper care and husbandry, while advocating for a species that cannot speak for itself. We encourage ongoing learning and responsible ownership, empowering keepers to make informed, ethical choices.

The blogs below are written and owned by The Happy Hermie and reflect current, accurate information grounded in years of research and hands-on experience in hermit crab keeping, rescue, and breeding.

All written content remains the intellectual property of The Happy Hermie and is protected under copyright law.

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We believe education should be free and easily accessible to Australian hermit crab owners. That’s why all of our blogs are completely free. We have never — and will never — monetise our educational resources.

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

Hermit Crab Behaviour Guides

thehappyhermie

May 16, 202412 min read

Captive Breeding Hermit Crabs

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

Hermit Crab Behaviour Guides

thehappyhermie

Oct 29, 202327 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

Hermit Crab Behaviour Guides

thehappyhermie

Jul 22, 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

Hermit Crab Behaviour Guides

thehappyhermie

Jul 12, 20234 min read

Education is the key to a better future for Australian hermit crabs

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Stress In Hermit Crabs - Signs, Causes & Treatment

Captive Breeding Hermit Crabs

Hermit Crab Behaviour

Hermit Crab Moulting - What To Know

Education
is the key to a better future for Australian hermit crabs

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Education