Hermit Crab Food 101 | By Crab Central Station

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In this video, we share with you everything you need to know about hermit crab nutrition. What to I feed my hermit crab? Can I feed my hermit crab people food? What do hermit crabs eat? What foods are best for hermit crabs? Can I feed my hermit crab pellet food?
Update: As of 8/23/2020 we no longer recommend feeding raw honey. Go to the pinned comment in the comment section for more information on why this is.
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@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

🚨 Important Hermit Crab Care Update🚨 In the past, raw honey has been seen as a “healing food” for sick or injured crabs. Through research, the Land Hermit Crab Owners Society (LHCOS) has realized that this is a misnomer and there is no such thing as a “healing food”. All safe foods for hermit crabs are beneficial and necessary for the health of your crabs. From LHCOS Mods: “Honey is unnecessary and can be dangerous to ill, dehydrated and stressed out crabs. Legs get stuck and are dropped. Gills get clogged up and that's how they breathe.” We are no longer recommending you feed pure raw honey to your hermit crabs as a food source for the reasons above. It is too dangerous. This does not mean it is poisonous if eaten, but the sticky nature of honey can hurt the crab on the outside. Bee pollen can be used as a substitute for raw honey. We have recommended people to feed raw honey in the past, but part of owning an animal is updating your methods as new research comes out. It is our job to keep you updated as well on new research and findings. Caring for animals is not linear. It is constantly changing and so we have to constantly work to improve the care we provide for our animals.

@toericabaker 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks I was trying to link it somehow

@josephb981 3 жыл бұрын

Does the rice have to be cooked

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

It doesn’t have to be cooked but they may prefer it or have an easier time eating it if it is cooked!

@stitchisawesome 2 жыл бұрын

where is the link?'

@marisavan8684 2 жыл бұрын

Where is the link?????

@pissfordd1001 2 жыл бұрын

I just got my Hermie a week ago and was feeding him pellets, as soon as I finished the video I gave him some banana, apples, and raisins and he immediately came out and started eating, and when I went to readjust his plate so he didn't have to move too far he didn't completely hide like he has been. I plan to make a big shopping trip for him asap, but I'm so happy that I now know what's best for him!

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear! You are doing so well! Just so you know, raisins have added sugar and aren't safe for crabbies, but the rest of what you mentioned are totally good! Keep up the good work!

@lilyscherzer6237 2 жыл бұрын

@@CrabCentralStation im a bit confused. You bring up feeding them raisins in your video so i believe there is a mistake on your end.

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

You can feed them raisins. Why do you think that is a mistake?

@lilyscherzer6237 2 жыл бұрын

@@CrabCentralStation because your previous comment told another viewer otherwise

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

Oh, I see how that is confusing. Some raisins do have added sugar. However, natural raisins with no added ingredients, is safe to feed.

@miahjean7479 Жыл бұрын

Hermit crabs are lucky to have a channel like you. It's unfortunately the norm for the little guys to be throw away pets for kids. I was one of those kids unfortunately and seeing this opened my eyes to that.

@CrabCentralStation Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, what a sweet comment!

@RoseRampage_ 3 жыл бұрын

Just rescued one from poor condition they weren’t giving them any salt water now thanks to you he is living his best life

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Awe! Yay! That's great! We are so glad our videos are helping.

@GabrielleTheGreat0718 Жыл бұрын

@@CrabCentralStation I got a crab from a store and the workers said that salt water is bad for them do you know if that’s true

@HermitCrabCrew 11 ай бұрын

@@GabrielleTheGreat0718 Aquarium salt is bad, marine salt is good and they need it.

@GabrielleTheGreat0718 11 ай бұрын

@@HermitCrabCrew ty

@alexisrose8623 3 жыл бұрын

So, I just watched this and realized I’ve been doing it wrong. Right now I have lettuce, brocli, carrots, strawberry’s, apples, and a little hermit crab food just for variety. I hope he’s much happier, and I’m definitely gonna get some un salted nuts from the store for him next time i go

@delaneyfairless3073 4 жыл бұрын

I'm getting a hermit crab so this is super useful

@CrabCentralStation 4 жыл бұрын

Delaney Fairless awesome! Feel free to ask questions along the way!

@HalloWorldXD 3 жыл бұрын

Delaney Fairless me to

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

They aren’t super hard to take care of! Just a lot of work to get set up. And a lot to learn before doing so. Once you get them going, they’re fairly easy. Water changes, food, pick up tank, that’s about the daily work needed!

@delaneyfairless3073 3 жыл бұрын

Ive been going good with them, one is molting and i don't think it'll make it, its really weak and has a broken claw.

@jessicainouye2139 3 жыл бұрын

@@delaneyfairless3073 damn

@user-vq8ws7nb9p 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad I found this channel. Our first hermit crab ate her partner and we didn’t know why. Now we understand what happened. We have been adding more variety to their diet. Asian supermarkets carry various dried seafood. We were able to find quite a selection including, but not limited to; dried kelp, dried seaweed, dried fish, dried shrimp. You just need to watch out that they are naturally dried without any added salt. After changing their diet, we had two hermies (as we call them) molt and the third is on its way. Thank you for the information.

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

This is great to hear! You are doing a great job!

@iulia5665 4 жыл бұрын

So helpful, been watching these videos. All this care they seem to need might make my dad want one less, but it better than caring for the pitiful thing wrong.. poor crabs

@CrabCentralStation 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, crabs go through unfortunate things to get to us!

@kathetinealford8712 3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking about getting a 20 gallon tank. I. Gave a tank now and it seems to be small but it was suppose to be a 20 gallon. Got 2 crabs 1 small 1 large. I cant get them to eat vegetables. They stay there until they go bad. But they will eat the worms and shrimp. Dont really know what to do. Can tou help me. ? Janet

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

The best thing is to keep trying different things. Our crabs love corn on the cob, cucumber, carrots, and bell peppers!

@captainswan3079 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so grateful I found your channel.🙏 My new job sells hermit crabs. They are telling customers the wrong information apparently. Of course they are not in the proper habitat. 😬 So I can do my part of sharing the proper information. The painted shells always seemed cruel to me, even as a child.

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Yay! Welcome to Crab Central Station! We're songlad you've joined our #CrabCrew! We have a lot of different care videos on all the different aspects of hermit crab care needs. Feel free to ask any questions. Thanks for loving and caring for the hermit crabs under your care!

@linz0mbie 3 жыл бұрын

We have somehow kept our little hermit crab alive since our vacation in June and I feel so bad for not knowing any of this! Getting her a friend from the store this evening and creating an actual habitat. Thank you!!

@HPGIRL1109 3 жыл бұрын

yeah, I did some research before I got my first little guy but not nearly enough. honestly looking back, it's a miracle he survived. he actually managed a successful molt when about 1/3 of the substrate (which definitely wasn't close to deep enough) was gravel. he's tiny and very tough (also very friendly with both people and other crabs). now he's living the good life, he's coming up near the end of his molt in over 6 inches of nice moist substrate and life is good. you live and you learn. :)

@Claudia-cj3sz 9 ай бұрын

@@HPGIRL1109I got mine in June also, I just had sand and a sponge on there. I had no idea till I found this channel, its a miracle they are still alive. I upgraded everything and they are much happier.

@robertabray-enhus3198 Жыл бұрын

The shot where you showed the hermit eating the corn,I didn’t know they had 2 tiny arms that put the food in their mouths! And the foods they eat! So they’re pretty much omnivores like us. I’m learning something new today.

@CrabCentralStation Жыл бұрын

Yep! That's right! They can eat ALMOST anything we eat as humans (but keep it all natural and healthy - no processed foods). The "little arms" are their mouth parts. My hermies LOVE corn on the cob.They also like popcorn!

@SaberKittyZero 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you two for the help. I wouldn't know anything about these guys without you both!

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

You are so very welcome! We're glad our channel has helped you on your journey!

@jamesrose4523 3 жыл бұрын

You two are absolutely, undeniably, amazing

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@briannameade3509 2 жыл бұрын

You ladies are a godsend!! I had NO idea when I got my hermies! Thank you!!

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

Awe! What sweet words! We are so glad you found our channel. Welcome to CCS!

@Jay_Angel 3 жыл бұрын

You are the Angels to the crab world... They needed this for a LONG LONG time.. I learned so much from your videos... Praise GOD for you and your Channel and your passionate Loving hearts!!

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! Thank you so so much! We couldn't do this without you guys, our viewers! We are so thankful for you and your support!

@usagiicat 10 ай бұрын

I recently took in an abused and neglected hermit crab, I am so grateful for these videos to use as an education guide, thank you for your dedication to giving these little guys amazing care and quality of life!

@itztocablu3 10 ай бұрын

Remember your gonna have to get a 20 gallon tank and a friend for him:) 10 gallons per crab so if you want 3 your gonna need a 30 gallon tank💕

@jackjohnson3845 3 жыл бұрын

We have been watching you guys for weeks now just got my son 2 and we wanted to do it right thanks so much for all the information! !!!

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

So glad we could help!

@Itz_RedEyedbeast 2 жыл бұрын

This was so helpful tysm now Im feeding my crabs a lot of these! I hope they live a long life

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

Glad we could help!

@dooruoinkawa1118 4 жыл бұрын

I'm getting a hermit crab today, and I did research, but I wanted to make sure it was all correct! I stumbled along your KZfaq channel and I've watched almost all the videos! 😀

@CrabCentralStation 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your support! if you ever have any questions about crab care, please feel free to DM us on instagram (@crabcentralstation), send us an email (crabcentralstation@gmail.com) or join the LHCOS Facebook group.

@LHCOS 3 жыл бұрын

Another amazing video from CCS!

@kittyarmyleader964 2 жыл бұрын

This was super helpful and in the past when I had hermit crabs I didn’t actually do much of the stuff because I didn’t know much about them I just mainly bought everything in the hermit crab oil but now knowing this is gonna be very helpful and now I think I know why my hermit crabs died out after a couple months so thank you this is very helpful

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

Welcome to Crab Central Station! We're so glad you've joined us on your journey!

@kittyarmyleader964 2 жыл бұрын

I am glad to join. I love crabs and now I am now knowing how to care for them. :)

@theadventuresofnora2668 3 жыл бұрын

This is awesome! I was surprised 4 years ago when I got a hermit crab from my grandma. She gave me a super tiny plastic tank with gravel, told me to give them fresh water and gave me “hermit crab food.” I thought it died because it was so inactive so my mom rushed to the store, bought a 10 gallon tank kit and bought another crab. As I grow, I bring better care as my goal to be a zookeeper grows alongside me. I have 2 who are still in a 10 gallon but I hope to upgrade ASAP. They are constantly active but one is molting now. I hope to give them a 70+ gallon tank and to adopt multiple from the hermit crab association on Facebook. The crabs just switched shells too! Thank you so much! This is the best hermit crab video I ever watched! You guys are so straight forward and aren’t promoting trashy food! You get a sub from me! Please make more crab videos like some good tanks 30 gal and larger or something. Thanks!!!

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching! Right now the dollar per gallon sale is going on at Petco! For 10-29 gallons, each gallon in the tank is how much it costs. For the bigger tanks 40-75 gallons, they are half off! Right now is seriously a fantastic time to buy a tank.

@theadventuresofnora2668 3 жыл бұрын

Crab Central Station Thank you so much! I will probably buy one soon! You are so nice and have the best channel EVER!!!

@nikkyswiftie9036 3 жыл бұрын

I'm planning on getting some. I'm making sure I'm doing as much research as possible. I am proud to say I subscribed to u guys because ya''ll know what you're talking about.

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

@Nikky Swiftie, THANK YOU SO MUCH! 😊 Welcome to the Crab Central Station #Crab Crew! We are so glad you are here with us on your hermie journey! We truly appreciate you supporting our channel and our family. Most of all, thank you for loving hermit crabs and valuing them ❤

@TaleRavenTarot Жыл бұрын

This is so helpful! Thank you!

@shannonharris4804 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for these amazing videos !

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

We are so happy to have you aboard! Thanks for supporting our channel and for loving your crabbies!

@EllaRosey514 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making these videos they helped me so much

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! We're so glad!

@Cyn...Cyn1 2 жыл бұрын

I just want to start by saying thank you so much for all the information you give. I have a 20 gallon tank that I'm about to turn into a hermit crab environment and I almost made the mistake of buying all the hermit crab stuff that you said not to. But I thought maybe I should KZfaq what I should do first because I've never owned one. The both of you gave excellent information I am so excited even more so than I was before to start my tank and give them the best life possible. Thank you so much. keep up the good work looking and I'm forward to watching more.

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for watching, learning, and now giving your crabs the best life!!! Way to go!!!

@danielsommers4510 11 күн бұрын

Do you have a list of buying items?

@theman7907 3 жыл бұрын

really awesome vid, will be taking advice

@santorini30 4 жыл бұрын

Totally underrated!

@CrabCentralStation 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@CrabStreetJournal 4 жыл бұрын

Well done!!

@CrabCentralStation 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@heathermays4386 7 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for this info! The beach shop we bought our 4 sweet crabs from were so so wrong in the care instructions and I feel terrible! Immediately threw away the pellets/sponges and am working on finding a nice big tank. I feel bad for the poor hermits that are sold to owners who will most likely slowly kill them, unknowingly. Wish i could adopt them all!!! Love u guys, thnx so much for all the great information ❤

@robertahue8108 4 жыл бұрын

It’s confusing to see other videos that contradict this one. But yours is very organic. Thx

@CrabCentralStation 4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, thanks for enjoying! Hoping to get some new content up soon! Feel free to message us on Instagram @crabcentralstation any time if you need help.

@crystalxnightmarecrystal Жыл бұрын

Hello just wanted to say thank you for the video. I recently got a hermit crab and plan on getting another. Im happy for the information i hope my hermit crabs likes the meal i prepared for him.

@CrabCentralStation Жыл бұрын

You are very welcome! Thank you for watching and doing your best to give your new hermit crab friends their best life! I'm sorry it took us awhile to respond to your comment. Please know that we do read all comments and respond to them. We appreciate your support!

@heathersevers4627 2 жыл бұрын

This is gonna help me SO much thank you

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

Yay! Welcome aboard the CCS train! We are so glad you have joined us on your hermie journey!

@wardroland270 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks guys. Great job. Good info.

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and supporting our channel!

@anaconnolly-zi2er Жыл бұрын

I have had my hermit crabs for 2-3 years and I have been feeling them so wrong. But they have been doing very good. But now I’m gonna start to feel them the right way. And with the habitat arrangements have been changed as well. Hopefully this will make them happier

@CrabCentralStation Жыл бұрын

They will love the new foods! It might take some time for them to adjust. Be patient with them.

@jeremeygloyd2894 8 ай бұрын

Our grandbabies Ava who’s 5 now and Leeum who’s 3 won a hermit crab at our fair “won, may as well say my wonderful wife bought him lol” but she took our daughter over some homemade chicken noodle soup and he was waiting on the porch to come home with us lol. We love our pets they’re all rescued pets and are the best so he’s gonna be a great fit so thank you for your time and knowledge we really want him to have a great life!

@gmarie8069 5 жыл бұрын

Wow. Loving the info thanks guys

@sy01mamabear83 3 жыл бұрын

It's cool that a lot of the fresh foods (and powders, grains, grasses) are the same as my parrot! I have been chopping a smaller portion for our new crab, but am gradually accumulating other crab specific ingredients over time. Looking out for any preservatives, sodium, or other seasoning/additives. Thanks so much for the info!

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! That's great! Thanks for watching 😁

@lisaward3039 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the in depth video. We are throwing away our hermit crab pellets right now!

@CrabCentralStation 4 жыл бұрын

Yay! Glad to hear that!

@emilysmith3773 3 жыл бұрын

You guys are amazing!

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, Emily Smith!

@Mimarre 2 жыл бұрын

I think this video is what kicked off my sisters obsession with getting hermit crabs. Glad we can do it the right way!

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

Yay! We're big fans of crab obsessions 😁

@M-Bees 3 жыл бұрын

I'm getting a hermit crab soon, so I'm watching a bunch of these videos and they are super helpful!

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! We're glad they are helping you!

@iielephvnt6125 Жыл бұрын

I’m also watching a bunch of these videos and getting my first hermit crab !

@OfficialReign 4 жыл бұрын

thanks so much for this! It really helps!

@CrabCentralStation 4 жыл бұрын

So happy we were able to help! Keep your eyes peeled for a new video that we will be posting soon!

@mariahamilton5287 Жыл бұрын

Hi, I love your videos! they are very informative. I just both three hermit crabs a the beach for my classroom( I teach 3rd grade). Of course, I got all the do not get items, such as sponges, food pouches, and cages. I was not prepared to spend more money after watching your videos...

@CrabCentralStation Жыл бұрын

Hello! Fellow teacher here! Check out www.crabstreetjouranal.org and email the crabs in the classroom program. They will help you get your crabs set up with everything they need!

@urbnctrl Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this informative video!!

@CrabCentralStation Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure! Thank you for watching and caring so much for your hermit crabs to watch a video on how to better care for them! #herimitcrabsrock #spreadtheword #educate

@blakeish5983 3 жыл бұрын

This is so helpful I’m getting one soon!

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@idkboredguyidk 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you ladies! 🙏🏾

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@tonedawgwu9127 4 жыл бұрын

Next time I go to the store I’m getting all that for my hermit crab it seems to look like your hermit crabs like it

@CrabCentralStation 4 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! They do really enjoy it

@grammarandspellingpolice7647 3 жыл бұрын

Crab Central Station Crab Central Station hey I’m not sure if you’ll see this, but I have a question. You went into great detail of what to feed them, which I appreciate, but how often do I feed them these things? Do I just mix stuff on this list? Or for example, do they need more protein than veggies. Thanks for the info.

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! They need protein the most out of all of the food groups. Feed that daily. As for the other ones, we try to feed all of the food groups daily if we can just to make sure they’re getting what they need. But they can be rotated. As long as they are getting a variety of foods each day and not the same 3 foods daily, they should be ok! You can rotate the food groups around as needed. Calcium is also very important so we keep it in the tank at all times! Hope this helps

@tiachandler5350 2 жыл бұрын

Omg seeing it eat is just the cutest thing ever

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

it's our fav thig to watch!

@josemercado4140 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the helpful tips. I really appreciate the information. My hermit crab is very attached to me. I don't cage him at all not even when I'm not home. But I love to make sure he gets plenty of variety.

@CrabCentralStation Жыл бұрын

He is free roaming? Do you live in a tropical area? This is very interesting to me.

@shannaparker4628 Жыл бұрын

I also am very interested in hearing about how you let your crab roam around free! I'd be so afraid mine would get stuck somewhere & I'd never find him.

@josemercado4140 Жыл бұрын

@@shannaparker4628 it take a couple of weeks. But I train him using a black sock as a base. After a while I don't need it anymore. Show him his limits and have his food and water source handy

@GiaHernandez11 2 жыл бұрын

This was so helpful, my dad is going to get me a perimeter crab today and I all ready have all of the Items

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for joining us on your journey!

@myjam4095 4 жыл бұрын

thank you so much i was almost gonna buy my hermit crab the food the says hermit crab on it...!!!:0 but then i watched this vid and you told me i shoudnt feed them it!!. thank you so much:)

@CrabCentralStation 4 жыл бұрын

We are so glad we could help! We made the mistake of feeding them the hermit crab pellets (as most new crab owners do) when we first got our crabs and as soon as we found out how horrible they were for them we switched to the recommended diet. We noticed MASSIVE improvements in their color and activity as soon as we switched!

@lalacatio 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful ,I will start giving them different good now, cause I've been giving them the ones that you get on the pet store, thank you guys💖💖💖💖💖💖

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@OruJangoJeevitham 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info I was wondering what to feed my crabby

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

So glad we could help! Happy crabbing!

@divemastersylvia 2 жыл бұрын

I just bought two hermit crabs and didn’t realize I had to have the tank together. I also didn’t know about the salt water. I ordered everything I needed for them the night I brought them home with me. The aquarium will be here in 3 days. I am now feeding them fresh food. Threw out the pellets. I also didn’t realize they crawled so much. Bough t them all kinds of toys to help them exercise after watching your KZfaq channel. I know I didn’t start out so well and I hope they hang in there till I get their things together in the next few days. I love these guys and can’t wait till I find out their sex so I can name them!!

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

Welcome to CCS and the "crabby" life! We're glad you're here with us on your journey! We have Tim's of videos to help you along the way.

@aydencontreras5617 3 жыл бұрын

You guys are good hermit crab owners

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Brayden_Lucas 4 жыл бұрын

I’m getting a hermit crab and this info will definitely help and I know that they need veggies but I didn’t know what else so thanks 😊

@CrabCentralStation 4 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Feel free to ask any questions as you have them either here or on our Instagram!

@gemmapeacock3537 3 жыл бұрын

A good setup costs hundreds. Join crabstreet journal on fb

@marthahyman9320 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful video!

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Martha! So glad it was helpful for you. Thanks for joining us on this hermie journey!

@_spongebob__ 2 жыл бұрын

this was so helpful

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

Great! We are so glad you have joined us here at CCS and find our videos helpful! Thanks for watching and supporting our family!

@reese4207 3 жыл бұрын

Can you guys try to make more videos like one a week pls. I have 2 crabs of my own and love learning new things about them. Any information is great.

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Yes! We try to balance our videos by switching between posting a care related video and then a non care related video! Keep your eyes peeled for the net few care videos that we have lined up! -C.C.S Crew :)

@katiemcelreath5980 Жыл бұрын

Wondering when you girls will be releasing a new video!?!

@amandawilleford2855 4 жыл бұрын

Loving your videos. Very helpful! Question: you mention not to feed salt...so is the salt that is in canned tuna ok?

@CrabCentralStation 4 жыл бұрын

The tuna has to be with no salt, its a little hard to find.

@mileyhanna6987 4 жыл бұрын

Super useful!

@CrabCentralStation 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@conniegarcia-figueroa1321 3 ай бұрын

Awesome ❤

@melsnikko9113 2 жыл бұрын

thank youuu ! your videos are so helpful i really want to get a hermit crab but i don’t want to get one and not know how to care for them right!! thanks so much

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@premipillay-suzannasgold Жыл бұрын

Valuable info.Tq👍

@CrabCentralStation Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure! Thanks for watching and commenting!

@theadventuresofnora2668 3 жыл бұрын

For Christmas I got a 20 gallon tank for my crabs-YAY!!!

@lisanidog8178 5 ай бұрын

I don’t have a real hermit crab but a big rubber one named Frank. I’m still fascinated by the care of these animals and watching just to learn. I did as a kid have gold fish and two red slider turtles and my brother had a lizard. Seeing the cuttlebones mom used to have one for her canary. I watch a lady who has frogs, toads, newts, lizards. It’s quite interesting. Anything with pet care I love to watch.

@carly4490 2 жыл бұрын

My sister has been feeding hers pellets and I went to the store and bought them unsalted nuts, bell peppers,bananas,grapes, watermelon. I'm hoping to get more food group options soon but that's all I could get for now, I hope to teach my sister more about them so she treats them right

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

That is a great start! Way to go!

@dixiebecrafty221 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much

@CrabCentralStation Жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome! Glad our video is helping you on your journ!

@CrabCentralStation Жыл бұрын

*journey

@doffrey5342 5 жыл бұрын

Great video, very educational!

@CrabCentralStation 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@TheKalbro 3 жыл бұрын

You've now inspired me to throw away that powdered hermit crab meal! My poor guy has been eating it (along with peanut butter, river shrimp, fruit and veggies) for 9 years now:( I just ordered the greensand, worm casings, plus other yummy tidbits from Etsy! I can't see buying those huge bags on Amazon at this point. I'm so excited to try some of these new foods!

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Yay! So glad to hear that! The huge bags are what we buy because of the number of tanks we have but CrabStreetJournal.org carries small bags which are great as well

@tobygabbard2393 3 жыл бұрын

Do you recommend leaving the food dish in the same spot every time or moving it around? Also what are your thoughts on giving them food in different places ( that aren't perishable as fast as fresh ) say nuts and meal worms?

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! We don’t move the dish around, but I don’t see why it could be harmful to them. I don’t recommend putting foods on the substrate, but you can definitely separate it out and put it in different places around the tank!

@vcorps6370 Жыл бұрын

When I got my hermit crabs I gave them pellet food. I searched on KZfaq hermit crab tips and than it says pellet food is trash, so I started giving them raisins, apples, coconut, basil, egg shells, and almonds. This video gave me more variety of options. 😎😄

@TheOrbling 3 жыл бұрын

It was interesting to see mealworms and crickets listed. I already have live supply of both for my gecko, so I am wondering if the hermit crabs would accept them live? otherwise I would assume I need to pre-kill/possibly freeze-dry batches of them. And of course thank you for this wonderful info!

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Great question! It's best to not introduce live bugs to the tank (other than isopods or springtales).

@holeezaivey6628 Жыл бұрын

thanks

@CrabCentralStation Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@wardroland270 3 жыл бұрын

Hey guys, you mentioned leaf litter. What type of leaves should we use. Thanks. Great job.

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ward, the leaves we feed are oak, almond, and catapa leaves.

@ignpigsalot7329 11 ай бұрын

I have just started to feed them apples and mealworms and coconut . When I put that stuff In their some started moving more thanks for the advice

@rrogers717 Жыл бұрын

Wow so many different food groups. If I start eating hermmie food I may lose some weight :) thanks for all this really good hermmie food info!

@CrabCentralStation Жыл бұрын

Hah! They certainly eat much healthier than we do in our house… that’s for sure!

@christinaknepp6015 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the info!! I ordered from the shops you recommended on your Instagram for the mixed dry foods... do you store them in the fridge or in the pantry to last longer???

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Christina! The food mixes that are "pieces" or "chunky" we store in the fridge. The dryer powdered mixes we store in a container in a cabinet. Foraging items like leaves, flowers, worm castings, green sand, we store in containers in a cabinet as well.

@christinaknepp6015 3 жыл бұрын

Crab Central Station thank you so much that’s very helpful!!

@user-sh6ew3ho2p 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much this video was soooooo helpful

@nikkiriley5756 Жыл бұрын

W ow very informative...i will give more variety now

@thephony1651 2 жыл бұрын

As much as I hate to think about it, my leopard gecko may die soon, and I was thinking about getting a couple of hermit crabs to fill the tank (and the void in my heart.) These videos are a big help!

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

🥺😥 I'm so sorry for your loss! We have a leopard gecko too, so we definitely can understand your headache.

@debbie-janekendall6803 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative video 👍 Could you please explain what the greensand does for the crabs? It isn’t available in Australia and I’m wondering if I could substitute with something else?

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Take a look at this nutrition guide: crabstreetjournal.org/download/hermit-crab-nutrition-table/ This chart lists the specific requirements of different vitamins and minerals that the greensand contains. On the chart, there's a reference for each one listed that would give you specifics for each of those. Giving the greensand as an addition just ensures that there isn't lacking with what is offered vs their needs because they can't communicate those. It's like offering a multivitamin alongside a healthy diet. Is it 100% needed for survival? No, but it is something that works as a supplement for a proper varied diet. Hope that helps!

@rachelritzenhein8022 2 жыл бұрын

@@CrabCentralStation Where do you typically find green sand?

@GabrielleTheGreat0718 Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU I was feeding my crab those pellets and I had no idea they were so bad I’m gonna get some olive oil bananas apples I hope the results are good.

@palmavizzoni7963 3 жыл бұрын

If I’ve foraged oak leaves or live moss for the crabbies what do I need to do to make it safe for them? Bake leaves? Freeze moss? Or just rinse with dechlorinated water? Thank you for educating us to be good to our creature friends!

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Yep, rinse in dechlorinated water and freeze for 48 hours.

@Clamjammer 3 жыл бұрын

I’m a 28 year old man ,probably not your typical audience ..and this video is great! I love my hermit crabs

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

We are so glad that you enjoy our videos! Hermit crabs are the best!

@tylersmith2043 3 жыл бұрын

Speaking of being a 27 year old guy, how does one cook a dark leafy green? But raw broccoli is okay?

@micheleodonnell3326 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos are great!!! Very informative. Where can I purchase green sand, and the brand name please. Thank you.

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Here are some links that can help you! Down to Earth Organic Greensand Fertilizer, 5 lb www.amazon.com/dp/B07N2XTLN2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_qBSZFb6D94SNB

@aidend0 Жыл бұрын

Hi, thanks for this video, I just have a few questions if you wouldn’t mind. -What kind of mushrooms should I feed them? -Should I give them maybe 5 different foods on a plate for a few months, then switch it up every few months? Thank you a lot in advance.

@CrabCentralStation Жыл бұрын

Human grade mushrooms are safe. Yes, your idea of feeding 5 foods and changing it out is good, but I would do that weekly not monthly.

@wyattdressage2216 3 жыл бұрын

I was wondering for the green sand can I use greensand soil conditioner that’s made for plants of Amazon?

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

We would need to see a picture of the product and the ingredients to best help you with this.

@a1orski 4 жыл бұрын

Any suggestions for growing plants in the tank that the crabs could eat? Also if I dehydrate fruits and veggies will they be able to eat them(or want to)? Thanks.

@CrabCentralStation 4 жыл бұрын

Hi! We don't have experience with live plants in a tank. However, there is going to be a talk at CrabCon about it! We highly recommend attending. For more information on CrabCon, go to: hopin.to/events/crab-con-2020. Here are two resources on poisonous plants to stay away from: facebook.com/groups/landhermitcrabowners/permalink/1565078750323142 facebook.com/groups/landhermitcrabowners/permalink/1506877099476641 And here is an ongoing disucssion about safe plants in the crabitat: facebook.com/notes/land-hermit-crab-owners-society/safe-plants-for-growing-in-the-crabitat/525373444293683/

@phoenixtrammell5638 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Thank you. I am just wondering howany times a day do you feed them, and do you feed them something from each group evwrytime? Or just throughout the week?

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Great questions! Thanks for asking! We feed them fresh foods daily (usually in the evening since they are nocturnal) and remove what is left the next day. Fresh foods get moldy quickly and can cause bugs if left too long. We have dehydrated/dried foods that we leave in the tank and just switch out every couple of days. We also have staple items in the tank at all times (worm castings, green sand, leaves, bark, moss, millet, cuttlebone). You just want to hit all the different categories throughout the week.

@phoenixtrammell5638 3 жыл бұрын

@@CrabCentralStation OK. Thank you so much!

@lisanidog8178 5 ай бұрын

I know this has nothing to do with crabs but I’m a cat owner and one time dog owner and I had to learn what to feed and what not to feed. Same when I had a rabbit and Guinea pigs. Things have improved. Now we have videos. In my time you had to get care books on the animal you get. Proper nutrition is definitely important and even though I’ll never have hermit crabs, knowing all this is so interesting. pet care is an ongoing journey. I’ve had cats for 43 years and still learning something new with maintaining health and food.

@johnanelson8924 2 жыл бұрын

Question, you talked about providing leaf litter, bark and flowers but do they need to be prepared in some way (baked?) prior to adding them to the tank? TIA

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

Hello 👋, to prepare leaf litter; 1. Make sure it is safe (www.crabstreetjournal.org) 2. Gather in an area that is not sprayed with pesticides 3. Wash/soak in prime treated water 4. Bake at the lowest temperature your oven goes to until the items are completely dry Or Freeze for 48 hours and air dry before adding to your tank Hope this helps! Thanks for watching 😁

@andrewshermits9869 4 жыл бұрын

I love it

@CrabCentralStation 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@reese4207 3 жыл бұрын

can you make a vid on if your crab isnt eating pls

@cassidygorham9605 2 жыл бұрын

Where do you get the cute little, colorful plates/bowls that you use to feed in?

@CrabCentralStation 2 жыл бұрын

We found them at home depot in the garden section.

@bethmccully7635 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! Very informational.🤓 However, I was under the understanding that hermit crabs (much like many animals) could have dark leafy greens cooked or not, and they do not block the absorption of calcium however foods high in oxalate such as spinach will, especially if given in large portions?

@CrabCentralStation 4 жыл бұрын

If the greens in question are on the safe food list, as of right now they aren't viewed as bad. However, I will ask some people I know and double check! We could be wrong and are open to admitting it. Thanks for letting us know!

@CrabCentralStation 4 жыл бұрын

Ok! After some more research those types of leafy greens can block absorption of calcium if fed raw. It’s best to cook them and not feed very often. They aren’t poisonous but they do need to be cooked! Hope this helps 😊

@danielleabraham806 3 жыл бұрын

Hi I couldn't find the links you two were talking about for all the foods hermit crabs can eat. Thanks in advance

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

Here is all the great food links!

@CrabCentralStation 3 жыл бұрын

crabstreetjournal.org/?s=Safe+food+list&submit=Search

@yoyoman3994 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video! May I ask if meal worms are okay for hermit crabs? I have meal worms meant for chickens and I was wondering if they would be play for hermit crabs

@untilyoufallasleep9753 4 жыл бұрын

I just escaped from area 51 with le monkey meal worms are great

@CrabCentralStation 4 жыл бұрын

Yes! They just have to have been fed hermit crab safe foods and make sure they aren't fed alive