For the best health and well being of your new pet, it is important to remember to take it directly home. If you have more shopping or errands to complete, consider picking up your pet last. This will ensure the animal encounters the least amount of stress possible. Additionally, make sure your new family member is allowed enough time to adjust to its new home. Wait three or four days before attempting to handle your pet and always supervise children when they interact with pets.
Hermit crabs are very active and fascinating to observe.
Therefore, several empty shells should be left in the enclosure at all times for every crab. Ideal temperature for hermit crabs should range between 70 and 85 degrees. An undertank heater on one side of the enclosure will help to maintain this temperature. Nighttime temperature should remain between 65 and 70 degrees. The humidity for these crabs should be kept at or near 65 percent.