Molting

[christinnajane011]

I have 2 Australian land crabs they have been under the sun for 5 nights now haven't touched there food or water I'm starting to get very worried I know not to dig them up but I have been checking for smell which there no off smell yet they are both size of 50c in aud how long should I wait for until I check and how long do they molt for

[curlysister]

Depending on their size, crabs can be underground for weeks or months. If they are molting, they don't need any food except their exoskeleton. If they are molting and you dig them up at a critical point, you can cause damage or even death. Just keep your tank conditions optimal, and wait it out.

[christinnajane011]

Ok I'll wait it out and keep the tank in good condition thanks