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thehappyhermie
- Dec 23, 2023
- 6 min
What To AVOID When Buying Hermit Crab Supplies
It can be hard, especially for new owners to know what items are and are not safe when it comes to buying Hermit Crab supplies. But don't...
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thehappyhermie
- Dec 11, 2023
- 4 min
How To Measure Shells For Your Hermit Crabs
Not many people know just how important it is to supply the right size shells for your Hermit Crab. Many owners will purchase a variety...
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thehappyhermie
- Nov 30, 2023
- 4 min
Painted Shells - Not So Pretty After All
Painted Hermit Crab shells are not only a waste of natural resources, but also extremely toxic and unsafe for your little crabbies....
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thehappyhermie
- Oct 26, 2023
- 11 min
Common Hermit Crab Myths
Let's break open some of the biggest Hermit Crab related myths spread around the Hermit Crab community! I'm sure you've heard or read...
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thehappyhermie
- Oct 18, 2023
- 3 min
Shopping at Pet Stores - A Helpful Guide
When you go to the local pet store for supplies, you probably go straight to the Hermit Crab section. Stop. And slowly back away. Almost...
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thehappyhermie
- Sep 25, 2023
- 6 min
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...
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thehappyhermie
- Sep 19, 2023
- 11 min
50 Hermit Crab FAQ's
How long is too long in the pool? There is no set amount of how long your crabby can be in the pools, as long as you have a safe way in...
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thehappyhermie
- Sep 11, 2023
- 9 min
Hermit Crab Glossary - Understanding The Lingo
If you are a member of online Hermit Crab forums, Facebook groups or read crab care blogs online, you may come across some words related...
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thehappyhermie
- Aug 6, 2023
- 4 min
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...
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thehappyhermie
- Aug 4, 2023
- 6 min
Hermit Crab Shell Guide
Hermit Crabs rely heavily on a safe shell to use as their home; a shell will protect them from predators, injury to their abdomen and...
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thehappyhermie
- Jul 29, 2023
- 5 min
Setting Up Pools - A Complete Guide
Pools in a Hermit Crab Tank are extremely important, just as important as having the correct substrate. Not setting up your pools...
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thehappyhermie
- Jul 21, 2023
- 6 min
Hermit Crab Behaviour
Did you know that each and every Hermit Crab has their own little personality! Thats right, some are shy, and some are outgoing and some...
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thehappyhermie
- Jul 16, 2023
- 9 min
Setting Up A Successful Hermit Crab Tank
The secret to keeping Hermit Crabs happy and healthy, is all based on the way you set up and keep your tank. It is crucial to set up your...
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thehappyhermie
- Jul 13, 2023
- 4 min
Surface Moulting - A Hermit Crab Emergency
The moulting process of a hermit crab is a sensitive procedure that ideally occurs completely below the substrate. Regrettably, this is...
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thehappyhermie
- Jul 12, 2023
- 4 min
Hermit Crab Moulting - What To Know
Australian land hermit crabs belong to the category of Arthropods, requiring periodic molting of their exoskeleton to facilitate growth....
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thehappyhermie
- Jul 5, 2023
- 3 min
Naked Hermit Crab - What To Do!
The absence of a shell on a hermit crab is always a concerning indication. This behavior typically occurs when hermit crabs experience...
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thehappyhermie
- Jun 9, 2023
- 2 min
The Australian Land Hermit Crab (Coenobita Variabilis)
The Australian Land hermit crabs (Coenobita Variabilis) are a species of terrestrial hermit crabs indigenous to Australia. They are...
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