Invertebrates PREORDER Hermit Crab (Paguroidea)

• A constant Relative Humidity no lower than 70%
• Temperature in the habitat should be a minimum 75F/23.89C on the cool end. The maximum temperature on the warm end can vary by species, generally speaking 85F/29.44C is safe.
• A secure, solid lid for the tank.
• Appropriate substrate at the appropriate depth. Play sand mixed with shredded EcoEarth Coco in a 5:1 ratio for most species.
• An overhead heat lamp of 50w to 80w or high if used on a dimmer.
• A non-heat emitting light that provides 12 hours of light and 12 hours of dark.
• Fresh water and marine salt water deep enough to submerge.
• Water conditioner to remove chlorine, chloramines, and ammonia.
• Marine Salt Mix
• A quality digital thermometer and hygrometer
• A nutritionally complete diet composed of quality food free of ethoxyquin and copper sulfate.
• Spare shells of the appropriate size and species for growth

Looking for some more in depth hermit crab care information? The Crab Street Journal is the official hermit crab care library of the Land Hermit Crab Owners Society.

More fun?

Add a plastic hamster wheel so they have "more space" to walk. 

Add cholla wood, cork bark, coconut ladders and other wide branches for the crab/s to climb. 

Add fake foliage or coconut shells to give hiding places.

Access to the 2 water dishes can be waterfront beaches or deep water bowls with easy access in and out.