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by Claudia
Thu Mar 21, 2019 1:23 pm
Forum: D.I.Y Projects and Equipment
Topic: safe/unsafe woods?
Replies: 5
Views: 2016

Re: safe/unsafe woods?

Thank you for the link, very helpful. Now I need to learn some tree identification. One of the few I know we have around here (and I can identify by the leaves) is locust (but I don't know if it's "black" or not) and we also have wild, walnut trees, I think they are referred to as black walnut; they...
by Claudia
Thu Mar 14, 2019 8:42 pm
Forum: Crabitat Conditions
Topic: top 10 hermit crab habitats- please help
Replies: 3
Views: 733

top 10 hermit crab habitats- please help

There is a webpage I ran across with a top 10 best hermit crab habitats (for purchase) and #1 on their list looks very bad (the crabs will die if someone comes across this page and buys this for a home for their crabs) This was just published on March 11, 2019. https://mylifepets.com/best-hermit-cra...
by Claudia
Thu Mar 14, 2019 8:33 pm
Forum: D.I.Y Projects and Equipment
Topic: safe/unsafe woods?
Replies: 5
Views: 2016

safe/unsafe woods?

Is there a list to which woods are safe or not safe? Can I go out in the woods and get my own for the crabitat for them to climb on?
by Claudia
Thu Mar 14, 2019 8:06 pm
Forum: D.I.Y Projects and Equipment
Topic: Enrichment Toy?
Replies: 31
Views: 4694

Re: Enrichment Toy?

That is really cool. Did any sand get inside as it rolled around?

I admit the bugs in the background were distracting. I kept thinking, "are those bugs in the tank?" (mine has no bugs)
by Claudia
Sun Mar 10, 2019 3:13 am
Forum: Crabitat Conditions
Topic: best size Ultratherm to use for 40 gal tank and putting netting along back wall
Replies: 4
Views: 566

Re: best size Ultratherm to use for 40 gal tank and putting netting along back wall

I went ahead and ordered the 11x35 .. I never used a thermostat. If I end up needing one of those, are there recommendations for the best one to get?
by Claudia
Thu Mar 07, 2019 11:15 pm
Forum: Crabitat Conditions
Topic: best size Ultratherm to use for 40 gal tank and putting netting along back wall
Replies: 4
Views: 566

best size Ultratherm to use for 40 gal tank and putting netting along back wall

I recently got a 40 gal breeder tank (18x36 and 17" high) and I want to double check the size of the ultratherm I'd need before I order. Beanfarm has Ultratherm Heat Pads 11 x 35 in. for $36 so it seems this would cover the entire length (left to right) of the tank, and at 11" that leaves me 6" for ...
by Claudia
Thu Mar 07, 2019 10:29 pm
Forum: Crabitat Conditions
Topic: 55 Gallon Upgrade
Replies: 11
Views: 1690

Re: 55 Gallon Upgrade

That is super nice. I know how you must feel. I've had a 10gal for 2.5 years and just recently purchased a 40gal breeder(18x36) -not sure how your 55 compares, but, I haven't yet set mine up (still getting everything I need for inside it) and can't wait until it's ready. Do you have a link for your ...
by Claudia
Tue Mar 05, 2019 1:10 pm
Forum: Shopping, Stores and Reviews
Topic: Shop Links Updated 5-8-20
Replies: 35
Views: 30121

Re: Help Improve Our Resources Section (weblinks)

what about DesignzByMeg on Etsy - climbing nets made from hemp. I didn't see that on the list. Was thinking of ordering one soon and trying to find all the "net" options out there.
by Claudia
Mon Mar 04, 2019 12:25 am
Forum: Food
Topic: Is this ok?
Replies: 14
Views: 2312

Re: Is this ok?

Honey Nut Cheerios? I'm no expert but don't they add iron to that cereal and table salt? I was under the impression metals were not good for them, or table salt (but natural sea salt is good.) I'd just give them rolled oats and pop some plain popcorn with hot air popper as treats. So no additives.
by Claudia
Mon Feb 25, 2019 8:29 pm
Forum: Emergency
Topic: Surprise Power Outage
Replies: 3
Views: 1685

Re: Surprise Power Outage

AwesomeHermit: when you say your crabs survived 50 degree during an outage, was the crabitat actually 50 inside the tank and if so for how many hours or days? I'm trying to find out whether one of my 2 crabs could be dead - we had a 16 hr power outage last night, it dropped to 57 degrees in the tank...
by Claudia
Mon Feb 25, 2019 8:23 pm
Forum: Emergency
Topic: POWER OUTAGE - MOLTING CRABS
Replies: 14
Views: 4966

Re: POWER OUTAGE - MOLTING CRABS

Did they continue to do well after they surfaced? My power was out for 16 hrs last night and the tank got to 57 for I don't know how many hours before I realized it and was able to warm it again. I have two, and one seems to be fine, but the other hasn't budged all day and I'm fearing the worst. (Ne...
by Claudia
Wed Feb 13, 2019 11:12 pm
Forum: New Crabs and New Crab Owners
Topic: We received 3 rescues yesterday!!!
Replies: 25
Views: 2021

Re: We received 3 rescues yesterday!!!

Did they ever come back up?
by Claudia
Fri Jan 27, 2017 9:30 am
Forum: Shells
Topic: How do you know if a shell has lacquer?
Replies: 14
Views: 4508

Re: How do you know if a shell has lacquer?

The quote you referenced was in regard to bottled (spring) water. I do not purchase bottled water because I can get it myself for free... I fill up my jugs at the source (at a farm in the country, coming out of the ground) .. it has not been treated, so there are no chemicals in there. It's what hum...
by Claudia
Thu Jan 26, 2017 2:44 pm
Forum: Shells
Topic: How do you know if a shell has lacquer?
Replies: 14
Views: 4508

Re: How do you know if a shell has lacquer?

The spring water does not have chlorine in it.. I fill up my jugs fresh at the spring so I have no need of a dechlorinator.. We do not use the tap water for drinking or for the crabs :)
by Claudia
Thu Jan 26, 2017 8:47 am
Forum: Shells
Topic: How do you know if a shell has lacquer?
Replies: 14
Views: 4508

Re: How do you know if a shell has lacquer?

I found this page after I posted, http://happyhermitcare.tumblr.com/post/97948148880/hermit-crab-shell-guide-on-shell-types-and-buying It says "One thing you should be aware of is 'natural’ lacquered shells. These shells appear to be natural and smooth which can very easily be mistaken for polishing...