Nano tank in crabitat?

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Nano tank in crabitat?

Post by Brian_T » Sun Jul 12, 2020 12:42 pm

I am just starting the planning stage of a 65 gallon and I was thinking about including a small gallon fish task into the build. Not actually a fish tank, one gallon is too small, but more of a planted tank with, maybe, a couple shrimp or snails.

I would include netting and/or some kimd of mesh do crabs can climb in and out and sponge type filter that works off a bubbler. This would also need regular water changes.

Do you think this would be enough of a fresh water source for the crabs?

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Re: Nano tank in crabitat?

Post by HermitofHermitCrabs » Sun Jul 12, 2020 2:17 pm

It's possible, but I would think it would be more maintenance.
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Re: Nano tank in crabitat?

Post by GotButterflies » Sun Jul 12, 2020 4:39 pm

I don't see a problem with it! There are some people that do this, but your tank would need to be cycled before adding anything live to it. :)
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Re: Nano tank in crabitat?

Post by JoeHermits » Sun Jul 12, 2020 5:51 pm

It could work, but keep in mind the crabs can tear up your aquatic plants and will likely drag all sorts of things into the tank, including rotting food.


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