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It's hard to say. Generally we find out when they are not happy because they behave as if they are ill, moving slowly, hanging out of their shell, not moving for many days.
A hermit crab who is healthy will probably be seen walking around in the tank, climbing on fake plants and wood, or digging in the substrate. He will visit the water bowl regularly, visit the salt water bowl occasionally, and will generally trash the tank sometimes, toppling dishes and dragging bits of fresh food around.
If they disappear for weeks, they are probably below the surface molting, and should never be disturbed at this time. Never, ever dig up a buried crab.
Be sure to visit http://www.crabstreetjournal.com and look up the article "Are you Ready for a Land Hermit Crab?" to make sure you have everything he needs to live a long, healthy life.
First you need a male and a female. You can't make them like each other but if keep them with each other they might learn to like each other. You can't get them to have baby hermit crabs though.
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Do hermit crabs have bones?
No, hermit crabs like many other creatures have exoskeletons.
Why do hermat crabs like to be with other crabs?
Hermit crabs like to be with others, like how other animals like to be. It always nice to have another partner. I had several hermit crabs and they lasted longer than ones with out any other hermit crab.
Do hermit crabs like each other?
Yes. Despite their name, hermit crabs are known to be very social. The may from time to time need to be solitary, for example when moulting.
Do land hermit crabs mate?
Yes, land hermit crabs do mate. If you mean in captivity...yes and no. They will mate and sometimes you will even get fertilized eggs, but you can not raise them to be surviving baby hermit crabs in captivity unless you can duplicate the ocean.
What are hermit crabs attracted to?
The only thing that is known to attract hermit crabs are a shell with a pearl color inside. Also food but none spesific, all hermit crabs enjoy diffrent foods better than other ones, other hermit crabs may like.
Will hermit crabs eat fruit?
Yes. Hermit crabs love fruits, vegetables, and other snacks like unsalted crackers. Just don't give your hermit crabs any citrus fruits.
What are hermit crabs prey?
There are not many hermit crab predators. Their shells protect them. Man is the greatest threat to hermit crabs.
What do hermit crabs kill and eat?
because they don,t like hermit crabs
Are hermit crabs like fiddler crabs?
yes they are
Are fiddler crabs better pets than hermit crabs?
It is all up to you. I like hermit crabs better, though.
Why do hermit crabs chirp?
They arent squealing, they are chirping. This is how they communicate with one another. But if you only have one, it could just be chirping for fun :) Dont worry about, it is normal. :)
Do hermit crabs have respiration systems like humans?
No; hermit crabs respiration is provided by branchial appendages.
