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thehappyhermie
Dec 23, 20236 min read
What To AVOID When Buying Hermit Crab Supplies
It can be hard, especially for new owners to know what items are and are not safe when it comes to buying Hermit Crab supplies. But don't...
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thehappyhermie
Dec 11, 20234 min read
How To Measure Shells For Your Hermit Crabs
Not many people know just how important it is to supply the right size shells for your Hermit Crab. Many owners will purchase a variety...
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thehappyhermie
Nov 30, 20234 min read
Painted Shells - Not So Pretty After All
Painted Hermit Crab shells are not only a waste of natural resources, but also extremely toxic and unsafe for your little crabbies....
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thehappyhermie
Oct 26, 202311 min read
Common Hermit Crab Myths
Let's break open some of the biggest Hermit Crab related myths spread around the Hermit Crab community! I'm sure you've heard or read...
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thehappyhermie
Oct 18, 20233 min read
Shopping at Pet Stores - A Helpful Guide
When you go to the local pet store for supplies, you probably go straight to the Hermit Crab section. Stop. And slowly back away. Almost...
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thehappyhermie
Sep 25, 20236 min read
30 Interesting Hermit Crab Facts
•Hermit Crabs Pee! Yes! Strangely enough, they pee through their antennae glands close to the eyes. You may never actually see this...
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thehappyhermie
Sep 19, 202311 min read
50 Hermit Crab FAQ's
How long is too long in the pool? There is no set amount of how long your crabby can be in the pools, as long as you have a safe way in...
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thehappyhermie
Sep 11, 20239 min read
Hermit Crab Glossary - Understanding The Lingo
If you are a member of online Hermit Crab forums, Facebook groups or read crab care blogs online, you may come across some words related...
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thehappyhermie
Aug 7, 20234 min read
Hermit Crabs - The Hands Off Pet
Let's face it, whatever the pet store told you about Hermit Crabs being an easy, playful pet that you can take out of the tank and play...
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thehappyhermie
Aug 4, 20236 min read
Hermit Crab Shell Guide
Hermit Crabs rely heavily on a safe shell to use as their home; a shell will protect them from predators, injury to their abdomen and...
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thehappyhermie
Jul 30, 20235 min read
Setting Up Pools - A Complete Guide
Pools in a Hermit Crab Tank are extremely important, just as important as having the correct substrate. Not setting up your pools...
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thehappyhermie
Jul 22, 20236 min read
Hermit Crab Behaviour
Did you know that each and every Hermit Crab has their own little personality! Thats right, some are shy, and some are outgoing and some...
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thehappyhermie
Jul 17, 20239 min read
Setting Up A Successful Hermit Crab Tank
The secret to keeping Hermit Crabs happy and healthy, is all based on the way you set up and keep your tank. It is crucial to set up your...
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thehappyhermie
Jul 13, 20234 min read
Surface Moulting - A Hermit Crab Emergency
The moulting process of a hermit crab is a sensitive procedure that ideally occurs completely below the substrate. Regrettably, this is...
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thehappyhermie
Jul 12, 20234 min read
Hermit Crab Moulting - What To Know
Australian land hermit crabs belong to the category of Arthropods, requiring periodic molting of their exoskeleton to facilitate growth....
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thehappyhermie
Jul 6, 20233 min read
Naked Hermit Crab - What To Do!
The absence of a shell on a hermit crab is always a concerning indication. This behavior typically occurs when hermit crabs experience...
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thehappyhermie
Jun 9, 20232 min read
The Australian Land Hermit Crab (Coenobita Variabilis)
The Australian Land hermit crabs (Coenobita Variabilis) are a species of terrestrial hermit crabs indigenous to Australia. They are...
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