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Colour Variations in the C. variabilis (Australian Land Hermit Crab)
Coenobita variabilis, commonly known as the Australian land hermit crab, earns the name variabilis from its highly variable colouring. This unique species displays an impressive range of colours, making each individual truly distinctive. Colouration develops through a combination of genetics—passed down through generations of wild hermit crabs—and diet. Certain nutrients play a significant role in pigment development, with compounds such as anthocyanins and tannins contributi

thehappyhermie
Feb 242 min read


Common Hermit Crab Myths
We aim to clarify some of the most prevalent myths concerning hermit crabs within the community. You may have encountered these topics online or perhaps even accepted them as true. Our goal is to dispel these misconceptions and provide you with accurate information about hermit crabs. MYTH - It is not feasible to breed hermit crabs in captivity FACT - This is a widely circulated myth within the global hermit crab community: the belief that breeding hermit crabs in captivity i

thehappyhermie
Oct 26, 202310 min read


