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Managing Mould in Your Hermit Crab Crabitat
Prevention, Treatment & Long-Term Care Unfortunately, one of the most common issues in hermit crab tanks is the presence of mould on natural décor. This occurs due to the high humidity levels and moisture within the substrate — conditions that hermit crabs need to thrive, but which also create the perfect environment for mould growth. But don’t worry — there are safe and effective ways to remove mould and restore your natural décor without needing to throw it away. Most Commo

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May 84 min read


Why Did My Hermit Crab Die?
Hermit crabs may perish for various reasons. Occasionally, this is due to the environment we provide or errors we have made, while at other times, it may be entirely beyond our control. What Is the Lifespan of Hermit Crabs? In their natural habitat, hermit crabs can live for over 40 years. When kept in captivity, they have the potential to live for more than 15 years. Therefore, if a hermit crab's lifespan is only a few months or a year in captivity, it indicates that there m

thehappyhermie
Dec 12, 20237 min read


Hermit Crabs & Natural Disasters
Bush fires, hurricanes, tornados, floods, power outages... these are all natural disasters that may affect you, your home and your Hermit Crabs. We often have evacuation plans in place for ourselves, our families and our pets, but have you ever thought of the evacuation plan of your Hermit Crabs? Preparation is key. Having a plan in place and an emergency evacuation kit ready to go will help make the process much easier if it ever should come to it. This is especially importa

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Aug 26, 20234 min read


Hermit Crab Emergencies - Flooding & Bug Infestation
As strange as it sounds, there are situations within a Hermit Crab Tank that are classified as emergencies. And when we say emergencies, we mean they can and will lead to the death of your Hermit Crabs! The 2 biggest emergencies that can happen within your tank are floods and bug infestations. Both situations should be dealt with immediately. Flooding When we say flooding, we don't mean your entire tank is swimming in water. When a flood occurs in a Hermit Crab tank, majorit

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Aug 16, 20239 min read


