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Avoid citrus fruit peels
Many people think that citrus fruits are poisonous to Hermit Crabs, and while these fruits are not poisonous, they can contain harmful seeds and bark. However, it is safe to give Hermit Crabs small amounts of citrus fruit. Just be sure to check the label to make sure that the fruit is not toxic to hermit crabs.
Avoid chocolate
You must avoid chocolate cheese for hermit crabs if you want them to stay healthy. Hermit crabs need a wide variety of food. It’s best to make a mix that contains a wide range of protein, fat, and calcium. You can also give them fruits and vegetables for vitamins and minerals. Hermit crabs like foods with a pungent flavor, and they will test your food by rubbing their antennae on it to determine whether it tastes good to them.
Avoid peanut butter
Peanut butter is a popular condiment on sandwiches and crackers. It is also used in savory sauces and salad dressings. However, some peanut butters contain dairy products. To avoid a problem, you should check the label and look for a dairy-free option.
Avoid jerky
If you’re looking for a delicious and nutritious alternative to traditional hermit crab food, popcorn is a good option. Popcorn is a healthy, whole food that crabs love, and it contains calcium and other essential nutrients. Alternatively, you can give your hermit crabs crushed oyster shell or cuttlebone. These foods are also excellent sources of calcium, which is necessary for a healthy hermit crab’s exoskeleton. Another good alternative is fish flakes, which contain many important vitamins and minerals.
Avoid sugary snacks
The best way to keep your hermit crab healthy and happy is to avoid providing them with sugary snacks and treats. Crabs do have a sweet tooth, but they also enjoy brightly colored veggies. It is best to rotate your treats and feed your crab different types of foods on a daily basis.
Avoid fish
Hermit crabs need a mix of freshwater and saltwater for their diets. You can feed them saltwater but make sure to avoid using tap water as it contains chlorinated water and iodine. Also, avoid placing them in water that’s too deep as they may drown. In addition, hermit crabs need calcium in their diet and peanut butter is a great treat. You can also feed them honey.
Avoid rotting fruit
If you want to avoid giving your crabs rotting fruit, you should keep two important things in mind: dry food and moist/fresh food. If the food is rotten, you should make sure to separate it from other food so that your crab will get all the nutrients it needs. This will help prevent the spread of rotting odor to other food items.
Avoid walnuts
Hermit crabs need a variety of different types of food every day, but they also need a daily source of protein. A commercial diet is great for this purpose, because it is well-balanced. However, you should always supplement the commercial diet with fresh, healthy foods. You should also rotate the diet to give your hermit crabs a variety of different foods.
