Can I put my hermit crab in a 2 gallon rubbermaid bucket?
2007-07-23 04:50:00 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Fish
would this work?
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2007-07-23 05:27:47 · update #1
Like others have said, a 10-gallon fish tank is about right. They're not very expensive . . . in fact, if I knew you in real life, I'd give you one. Ask your parents if they can hook you up. The 2-gallon thing should work for a little while (I mean, for a few days until you can get a tank), but read online about what those crabs need. You don't want them to dry out or drown (if that's possible; I don't know if it is). Good luck!
2007-07-23 05:09:29 · answer #1 · answered by anonymous 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
10 gallon minimum, Glass or plastic tanks can be used for hermit crabs. A 10 gallon aquarium with a lid (a sliding glass one will work well to contain humidity) is a good choice. Plastic tanks with lids are now readily available in a variety of sizes and the larger ones of these can be used the mesh lids (don't retain humidity well) make them less optimal for long term housing. The small plastic homes with accessories sold as hermit crab kits are too small. These plastic cages make excellent temporary homes or isolation tanks though. As for minimum size there are varied opinions, but a general rule is that the larger the cage or tank, the better. I'd recommend the equivalent of a 10 gallon tank as a good size though, as it allows room for the cage furnishings needed and offers enough space for a few crabs. Despite their name hermits are quite social and are best kept in groups.
2007-07-23 11:53:33 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely not!!!! You'll kill the poor dear. Go to a pet store and get a book on hermit crabs. They require humidity, substrate, a certain temperature, etc. They actually need to be kept similar to a reptile. In the future, be responsible and research a pet before purchasing.
2007-07-23 14:36:31 · answer #3 · answered by Fierce Lioness 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO!!!! are you dumb he barley will have anything to breath and well how would you feel if I put you in there??? u wouldn't feel good now would you? ok so dont be cheap and go but a actual tank for the hermit crab.
2007-07-23 15:32:45 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋