I had 5 hermitcrabs in the Fall (and some before that to) but now I only have 2 left they all died I don't know why, I got them all at the same place and the last 2 are doing fine. I did everything!!! I had a really great enviorment and I cleaned it every week along wiht fresh food and water everyday and they where active then they just DIED...wondering if anyone knew anything or anyother tips to keep the last 2 alive.
Thanks,
2007-03-14 02:56:52 · 8 answers · asked by ♥Dancer♪ ♫♥ 2 in Pets ➔ Fish
Nunya biznis is on the right track here (assuming these are land hermit crabs, not aquatic ones!). Temperature and humidity are crucial, they need spare shells of a proper size to molt, deep substrate to bury in when the "time" comes, clean (and dechlorinated) water, and some species require saltwater (marine strength) to thrive.
2007-03-14 07:38:24 · answer #1 · answered by copperhead 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well... I don't mean to be rude but if you did everything right, then they wouldn't have died. That has to be a somewhat accurate assumption, right? Now if they showed any signs of possibly a bacterial infection, mites, etc. That could've been the reason and if that was the case, your other two are well on their way to dying as well. It could've also been they suffered casualities from a fight, fighting caused by lack of appropriate shells or not enough space. A good rule with Hermits (contrary to what PetsMart will tell you) is to have at LEAST 5 gallons of tank space per Hermit, if not 10. Another possibility is they died from the water not being properly dechlorinated or even the PH. It could also have been a lack of humidity... It could've been from a molting complication. There's several different reasons why they could've died. The most likely reason why the other two are still alive (for now) is because they're a little hardier, maybe a little older and can handle whatever circumstances a bit better. I'd suggest checking your water, your tank space, your shells, your temperature and humidity. Do a little research on Hermit Crabs, there are several different websites with excellent information that could really help you along. Hermit Crabs are not easy creatures to keep, again, despite what PetsMart will tell you.
2007-03-14 03:08:41 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I don't remember much about hermits crabs. I do remember that they grow, and you have to provide new, larger shells for them to move into as they grow. They can be picky about new shells, so you have to offer a few. All you have to do is place them in their tank. They will pick and choose. They may try them all out. They just need to be a little larger than the current shell they live in. I know that this could be one of probably many reasons.
Also, make sure you are feeding them the RIGHT diet. Make sure all nutrients they need are being provided.
hope this is helpful. You may already know this...sorry if you do.
Also, you need to mist them...daily, I think.
Even if you are doing everything right, remember, they are not in their natural environment and as with any wild animal, it is often hard to get them to thrive.
2007-03-14 03:05:26 · answer #3 · answered by tmrvt 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well ur doing alot right! But hermit crabs r kinda like schooling animals thwy love to be in groups in the wold they live in clans that # up to 100+ so depending how big ur tank is u might want to get a few more ... i had 8 in a ten gallon fish aqurim and they live a health life if about two years i had my tank heated and everything ... i didnt do the salt water baths but mine didnt appeard to eat much eaither the best food i foud is like little brown stick pelets idk what thwy r called but they worked good .... they love to climb so i had coral in my tank .. also u definatly need a sponge in their water bowl (u didnt have one listed makeing auree u knew)
2016-03-28 22:48:05 · answer #4 · answered by Scharri 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hermit crabs need a very humid enviroment. They also could have mites.... or fought with each other...or not had a proper enviroment......size....ect. It could be alot of things. Sorry for your loss :-\
2007-03-14 09:11:17 · answer #5 · answered by adams_softy2010 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell us more about their setup, like what they live in, how big is it, what is the humidity, the temp, do they have both salt water and fresh water, what types of food do you offer them? Did you see any fighting? Did they ever try and molt?
2007-03-14 03:04:28 · answer #6 · answered by Nunya Biznis 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
You have hermit crabs? Awesome!
2007-03-14 05:16:03 · answer #7 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
buy a dog
2007-03-14 03:17:47 · answer #8 · answered by Willy 3 · 0⤊ 6⤋