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Keys To Survival

This area is intended as a quick overview of what we feel hermit crabs need to survive and thrive in captivity. Be sure to CLICK on and read each Key below.

After reviewing the Keys below be sure to visit all of the links under our Care Information category for more in depth information. Our approach is to try and simulate the conditions they would have in nature.

    Please click on and read each Key.
  1. Substrate deep enough AND moist enough that your largest crab is able to bury into complete darkness to molt.

  2. A bowl of freshwater to drink and soak in.
    A bowl of saltwater to drink and soak in.

  3. A diet of good hermit crab food supplemented with fresh produce.

  4. Temperatures between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit, 78 degrees is ideal.
    Humidity between 60% and 80%.

  5. Extra properly sized shells to move in to.

  6. Areas to hide in and stuff to climb on.

  7. Friends to keep each other company.