thank you for doing this video as most Aussies are buying the wrong enclosures and food and painted shells and all the absolutely wrong stuff for the poor crabs. Education is vital!
I have inherited the neglected crabs at my work (daycare centre) and I love the Australian specific content you have provided. Our crabs are going to have a much better life now, I moved them out of the old kraboos tank the other day into a nice fish tank with lots of substrate for them to dig, things for them to climb, more shells (one changed shells the other day the kids were so excited about that), larger water pools and I am slowly adding new foods to their diet. Looking forward to happier healthier crabs.
I collected my shells from the beach. Made sure they were not living and made sure that I was allowed to before I did. But saves so much money on shells. I boil them and let them dry out all the way before putting them in the enclosure. Our hermit crabs love them.
I guess it depends where you live. I’m in central QLD and found that my Krabooz tank humidity is as too HIGH and struggle to minimise it with only one vent. Definitely too shallow though. I’ll be looking into an Exoterra.
This helped so much💕 thank you! Especially with the sand I have been trying to find cheap play sand everywhere it’s been so expensive. Do you have any suggestions for cheap heat pads they are a bit pricey😬
I live beachfront in Queensland... I got my crab off the beach in its own shell, which are plentiful on the beach. Sand, cuttlefish bones and shells are free. I water across the road and get a glass of saltwater everyday so it has fresh liquid.
Hi! I loved this video! I learned so much. Whoops! I always thought that I had both aussies and ecuadorians 😅 I loved the editing in this, it made it so easy to follow. Great job as always. P.S Bunnings is the best hehe
I’m glad you liked it! My hermit crabs have been purple pinchers, ecuadorians, another one that i forgot and Aussies! 😂 I’m happy that the editing worked, I enjoyed making it. And yes Bunnings is the best!
Thanks great vid and you are correct all of my 5 crabs are in an oval shaped shell also I got some shells off eBay from she sells shells 2014🐚 I ❤️ you and I subbed P.S. I have the same play sand
I'm really happy I could help! I hope your crabs love the shells. Mine have changed at least 20 times since I got the shells because they need to try them all out! lol
Great tips! I take it you're in Adelaide? That's cool. I used to live in Adelaide myself but now I'm based on Kangaroo Island. Out of curiosity, do hermit crabs requite lighting and heating?
Hi! I'm actually from victoria lol, it's a bit of a pun because my hen's name is Adelaide. And yes they do, heating, and lighting are really important! :)
thank you for making this! I'm getting my crabs soon and this really cleared up some things. I'm glad you mentioned the Coir actually, I bought some and it's great to know that it's perfectly safe for them 🐚💕✨ oh, I forgot to ask.. do you know the best place to get moss for a moss pit??
If you are using sand and coconut fibre mix, there shouldn't be a need to change it. You only will need to spot clean dirty food, etc. If there is a flood, or mould growth, you will need to clean it. Hope this helps!! :D
That's awesome! Strawberry hermits are gorgeous. They are harder to take care of, though. This page has great information on strawberry's shell preference: hermitcrabassociation.com/phpBB/viewtopic.php?f=51&t=92450 And as for where to buy them, which country are you in? It's best to choose a website from your country so the shipping prices arent crazy.
Hello can I please ask you something what moss is safe for hermit crabs I’m making them a moss pit and need help of which moss I know sphanum moss is good but are other mosses good. Also can I give them cuttlebone for birds is if it’s safe for them or can I use turtle bone which is safe cuttlebone without minerals
@Sunnflowerx Thanks for watching! Here is a list of safe and unsafe mosses: crabstreetjournal.org/blog/2014/02/22/hermit-crab-safe-moss/ I would just go for whichever cuttlebone is JUST cuttlebone, so the turtle one sounds the best option. Stay safe :)
I'm sorry I missed your comment, I'm not sure why! I probably won't be able to, I'm very busy right now with everything going on. I saw your collab with Eva's animal world by the way, Good job on that! Stay safe 😁
@@honeyhunts8406 No, Australia all has the same laws. My state just doesn't have any stores that sell them since they are harder to transport, I guess.
Is it meant for fish? If it says that it gets rid of chlorine, neutralises ammonia and removes chloramine, it is safe. Make sure it doesn’t say “helps with”, it should say that it neutralises . I hope this helps 😊
Hi, I am. a huge fan of yours! I have been attempting to get a different species for a while now! I would really love if I could buy some aussies, if you are willing to do this you would just have to go to a pet shop and buy some, then ship them over to me. I will pay for shipping and for the crabs, I would also be willing to give you some Caribbean crabs in exchange. If you are interested just I can give you more info. You def DONT have to do this. Thx ps. I can also give you some instant ocean
I'm glad you like my videos! :D I really appreciate it! I'm afraid I wouldn't be able to do that because it's against Australian laws. There are a lot of restrictions on animals and pests being introduced. I wish I could, though. Have you been able to find any Ecuadorian crabs where you are? Stay safe 😊
thank you for doing this video as most Aussies are buying the wrong enclosures and food and painted shells and all the absolutely wrong stuff for the poor crabs. Education is vital!
Thanks for some helpful tips! Its wonderful to see some Australian specific hermit crab care, looking forward to more of your vids
I have inherited the neglected crabs at my work (daycare centre) and I love the Australian specific content you have provided. Our crabs are going to have a much better life now, I moved them out of the old kraboos tank the other day into a nice fish tank with lots of substrate for them to dig, things for them to climb, more shells (one changed shells the other day the kids were so excited about that), larger water pools and I am slowly adding new foods to their diet. Looking forward to happier healthier crabs.
Thank you so much for sharing this story with me! I'm so glad you've made the crabs a better home. It really has made my day :)
I’m in the exact same boat! My work (Daycare)couldn’t look after them so I’ve adopted them lol.
I collected my shells from the beach. Made sure they were not living and made sure that I was allowed to before I did. But saves so much money on shells. I boil them and let them dry out all the way before putting them in the enclosure. Our hermit crabs love them.
Great video. We love our hermit crabs. Thank you
I guess it depends where you live. I’m in central QLD and found that my Krabooz tank humidity is as too HIGH and struggle to minimise it with only one vent. Definitely too shallow though. I’ll be looking into an Exoterra.
This helped so much💕 thank you! Especially with the sand I have been trying to find cheap play sand everywhere it’s been so expensive. Do you have any suggestions for cheap heat pads they are a bit pricey😬
I live beachfront in Queensland...
I got my crab off the beach in its own shell, which are plentiful on the beach. Sand, cuttlefish bones and shells are free. I water across the road and get a glass of saltwater everyday so it has fresh liquid.
This is a great video, they are different than the ones I find here in the states!
I have a medditereanean gecko i just caught it in the road but he is doing okay
Hi! I loved this video! I learned so much. Whoops! I always thought that I had both aussies and ecuadorians 😅 I loved the editing in this, it made it so easy to follow. Great job as always.
P.S Bunnings is the best hehe
I’m glad you liked it! My hermit crabs have been purple pinchers, ecuadorians, another one that i forgot and Aussies! 😂 I’m happy that the editing worked, I enjoyed making it. And yes Bunnings is the best!
Thanks great vid and you are correct all of my 5 crabs are in an oval shaped shell also I got some shells off eBay from she sells shells 2014🐚 I ❤️ you and I subbed P.S. I have the same play sand
I'm really happy I could help! I hope your crabs love the shells. Mine have changed at least 20 times since I got the shells because they need to try them all out! lol
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Great tips! I take it you're in Adelaide? That's cool. I used to live in Adelaide myself but now I'm based on Kangaroo Island. Out of curiosity, do hermit crabs requite lighting and heating?
Hi! I'm actually from victoria lol, it's a bit of a pun because my hen's name is Adelaide. And yes they do, heating, and lighting are really important! :)
thank you i am going get hermit crabs so this is so helpful and what site would you recommend to get shells
I'm glad it helped! I'd try this site, shesellsseashells2014 on etsy :) www.ebay.com.au/usr/shesellsshells2014?_trksid=p2047675.l2559
what type of tank do you use?
@@easonman5993 an exoterra :)
where can you find one?
@@easonman5993 Most pet shops in my area have them. If they don't have the right size you can always ask if they can order one in for you.
Where can you get shells from besides online? xx
I haven't really have any luck with finding reliable places to get shells other than online, sorry.
thank you for making this! I'm getting my crabs soon and this really cleared up some things. I'm glad you mentioned the Coir actually, I bought some and it's great to know that it's perfectly safe for them 🐚💕✨
oh, I forgot to ask.. do you know the best place to get moss for a moss pit??
I’m so glad I could help! Bunnings has spaghnum moss which is safe, too, just keep an eye out for one or two prickly bits.
so with the substrate, how often/do you need to change it ? how do you keep it clean? etc
If you are using sand and coconut fibre mix, there shouldn't be a need to change it. You only will need to spot clean dirty food, etc. If there is a flood, or mould growth, you will need to clean it. Hope this helps!! :D
I also got my tank from gum tree
I'm glad you did! I didn't and mine was too expensive haha 🤣
What brand is your tank?
It's an Exoterra Large Tall :)
How large do Aussie hermit crabs grow to?
They can get pretty big. Tennis ball size and can live for 15+ years
Have you ever had a strawberry hermit crab, I’m having trouble finding big enough shells for it as they grow very big
That's awesome! Strawberry hermits are gorgeous. They are harder to take care of, though. This page has great information on strawberry's shell preference: hermitcrabassociation.com/phpBB/viewtopic.php?f=51&t=92450
And as for where to buy them, which country are you in? It's best to choose a website from your country so the shipping prices arent crazy.
What is the mesh around the top? It would work perfect for rat ladders?
It came with the tank, so I'm not sure where you could find it.I hope you find it!
Hello can I please ask you something what moss is safe for hermit crabs I’m making them a moss pit and need help of which moss I know sphanum moss is good but are other mosses good. Also can I give them cuttlebone for birds is if it’s safe for them or can I use turtle bone which is safe cuttlebone without minerals
@Sunnflowerx Thanks for watching! Here is a list of safe and unsafe mosses: crabstreetjournal.org/blog/2014/02/22/hermit-crab-safe-moss/
I would just go for whichever cuttlebone is JUST cuttlebone, so the turtle one sounds the best option.
Stay safe :)
Thanks so much I bought them all natural cuttlebone and later I will buy them some safe moss. Thanks for your feedback
Hello, I was wondering if you would like to do a hermit crab shell collab with me!
I'm sorry I missed your comment, I'm not sure why! I probably won't be able to, I'm very busy right now with everything going on. I saw your collab with Eva's animal world by the way, Good job on that! Stay safe 😁
Adelaide an egg thanks!
Do you plan on getting any strawberry crabs?
No, I would need to travel to a different state, and I personally am not ready to take on a hermie that needs that much care.
Adelaide an egg understandable, are they illegal in your state? Or just not available?
@@honeyhunts8406 No, Australia all has the same laws. My state just doesn't have any stores that sell them since they are harder to transport, I guess.
I have two male and they are Aussie hermit crab and I live in America... HOW DID I GOT THEM!!!!
Can you use fish water conditioner???
It depends on the brand. What brand do you have? If you want I can give you a link to a safe conditioner list?
Yes please I have aquatopia water safe thanks for your help👍😃
Is it meant for fish? If it says that it gets rid of chlorine, neutralises ammonia and removes chloramine, it is safe. Make sure it doesn’t say “helps with”, it should say that it neutralises . I hope this helps 😊
Ok thanks😊
I want one please🙏😢
Hi, I am. a huge fan of yours! I have been attempting to get a different species for a while now! I would really love if I could buy some aussies, if you are willing to do this you would just have to go to a pet shop and buy some, then ship them over to me. I will pay for shipping and for the crabs, I would also be willing to give you some Caribbean crabs in exchange. If you are interested just I can give you more info. You def DONT have to do this. Thx ps. I can also give you some instant ocean
I'm glad you like my videos! :D I really appreciate it! I'm afraid I wouldn't be able to do that because it's against Australian laws. There are a lot of restrictions on animals and pests being introduced. I wish I could, though. Have you been able to find any Ecuadorian crabs where you are? Stay safe 😊
Adelaide an egg just found two! Hoping to get more soon! I had no idea it was against Australian law.
Please post again
Wait what happened to your 65 gallon also I saw your tank on hermits,hounds and horses 😐😋😂
It's the same one, I just changed up the setup! :D
Oh 😂
I got 6 shells from krabooz for $10 each just to find out they had a clear lacquer on all of them😡
Oh, that is so annoying!!! I wish Krabooz at least sold useable products, even if the standards of care they give is terrible. :(
Stay safe 😊