bedding

The commonly used and recommended substrate is 5 parts play sand to 1 part coco fiber. Hermit crabs require deep, moist sand to burrow and molt properly. For more information on setting up your hermit crab substrate check out this article: The other sands or stones listed here are safe for using in your crabitat in select areas but not as the primary substrate. Sand Collecting sand from the beach is not advised. In most areas it is illegal to take sand from the beach. In many areas of the world the beach sand is heavily contaminated from polluted waters. Most owners use play sandRead More →