HCA: Hermit Crab Association

I currently own 35 crabs and they are thriving. I am now called the crazy crab lady in my neighborhood. I rescued 6 about a month ago that were very sluggish and now they are even out during the day foraging and climbing everywhere. Since I rescued them together, they are in their own crabitat. The ...

He could also be destressing before changing. Unfortunately he was most likely forced into that shell to begin with. Such a sad industry for our little guys.

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CINCINNATI, OHIO/NORTHERN KY/SOUTHEAST INDIANA (TRI STATE AREA) How Far Can You Travel?: 75 miles Size of Tanks, Number of Crabs, and Species: 10/20/55gallons 10 purple pinchers-5 small/5 medium How Long Have You Been Crabbing?: steadily for 2 years What You Are Able to Adopt?: any species of land ...

First, I am so sorry for your loss. You were so lucky to have him for such a long time. It is difficult to properly age a hermit crab, so there is no telling how old he was when you first got him. I do believe it is entirely normal for them to leave their shell to pass. Are planning on getting anoth...

My pp crabs are more active at night. But here are some guidelines: Small crabs about the size of a quarter will bury up to a month, 3-4 times per year. Medium crabs about the size of a golf ball will bury for 1-2 months, 1-2 times per year. Large crabs about the size of a tennis ball will bury for ...

Hello and thanks for the add! I currently own 5 pp crabs in a 20 gal crabitat, they are just reaching their first year with me. I have Shelldon, Clawdia, Leonardo Da Pinchy, Crabcake and Rip Tide. I have spent more money and time on these little guys, but I love them so much. Tomorrow I am adopting ...