Hey I'm new.
Have no crabs yet.
Have an aquarium to set up and unsure of BASIC set up. So what is a good start? If y'all can respond with what they need to get along, how many I need, and I saw that substrate was required but unsure of what to get.
All help is wanted if it's not overwhelming. I just don't want to get a pet and kill it.
I'd love to adopt.
I am responsible.
I have a great dog she's about 14 and in perfect health other than weighing too much
So....
If y'all can simplify Hermie care that'd be great.
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Pretty much everything you need to know can be found in the care sheets. PP's are the most common type of crabs.
http://www.hermitcrabassociation.com/ph ... .php?f=120
http://www.hermitcrabassociation.com/ph ... .php?f=120
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For substrate, most of us use a 5:1 mixture of playsand and Eco Earth (coconut fiber). Don’t stress too much about the exact ratio, though. Five-to-one is just recommended since it works really well.
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The basic hermit crab care sheet is the best starting point. It covers both set-up and daily care needed: http://www.hermitcrabassociation.com/ph ... 0&t=119273
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Welcome to the HCA! Looks like everyone has pointed you in the right direction!
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Thanks guys
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