The like sand. It's close to their natural environment. Beach sand, is what you should use. You might be able to find that at a tropical pets type store.
Yes, monitor their growing rate, and make sure the shells that you have are large enough to accomidate a growing hermit crab. You can get some pretty cool looking shells in the sizes that you need.
So, set up a pretty good size acquarium, lengthwise, put in some sand and wet sponges - how they get their water. I can't remember what to feed them. I hope that you figure that out.
I used to raise them myself. They're fun, but they're really delicate.
Oh, every now and again, barely fill the bottom of your tub and put them in it. (lukewarm...very lukewarm...barely warm) It's sorta like the ocean for them. It's a great way for them to get some play time.
I, for one, would like to hear about their progress. Just be very gentle with them.
They make neat pets.
Also, if Cheeba comes around today, I would almost bet my life that he has something to share.
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