Saltwater InvertebrateIn stock
Care levelEasy
CompatibilityPeaceful
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Saltwater Invertebrate
Dwarf Hermit Crab
Care: EasyPeaceful
Back soon. We get new shipments regularly. Arium EVOLVE members can get an email the moment it's back, or call (786) 642-3001 to reserve one.
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- Free pickup in Davie. Choose pickup at checkout. Usually ready in 24 hours, Wed–Sun 12–7.
- Ships Mon–Wed by UPS or FedEx. Overnight recommended for live animals. Florida: FedEx Ground available.
- Live arrival guarantee. Arrived DOA? Send a photo within 24 hours and we'll replace or refund it.
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About this saltwater invertebrate
Small reef hermit crabs are tireless clean-up crew, picking at algae and leftover food across the rockwork and sand.
Dwarf Hermit Crab Care Guide
- Tank size: 10 gallons or more; about one per 2 gallons
- Adult size: about 1 inches (3 cm)
- Temperature: 72–78°F (22–26°C)
- pH: 8.1–8.4
- Water: SG 1.023–1.025, no copper
- Diet: Algae, detritus and leftover food
- Temperament: Peaceful
- Tip: Add a few empty shells so they can move up a size without fighting
Photo: Fafner, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons, background removed. Representative photo of the species; individual animals vary.
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