In 2009 we introduced isopods to our crabitats.

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The list of critters that can safely exist with hermit crabs is fairly short. Yes Isopods – Some species beneficial tank cleaners – some are not safe tank mates for hermit crabsSpringtails – beneficial tank cleanersFood/soil mites – harmless   No Fiddler Crabs/Halloween Crabs – aggressive diggers and are likely to eat molting hermit crabs. Earth worms, beetles, centipedes, crickets, praying mantis, roaches: May stress each other, over populate, disrupt/harm/ kill/ eat molters. Crabs may harm /kill them. May carry/spread disease/parasites, especially with over population. Centipedes – venomousMillipedes – poisonousSnails – Hermit crabs can kill snailsFrogs/Lizards – could harm each other, different habitat needsFish – inappropriateRead More →