Halloween Moon Crab Basic Care

[@harveybyrne615]

8:10 *sprinkles calcium on food* Crab: WHYS IT SPICY

[@harveybyrne615]

Hi I was watching the secret life of the zoo, and there was a little crab called Claude, I think he was a moon crab. But he was smaller than the Halloween one. And it had red eyes and legs. Do u know which species it could have been?

[@misfitspeculiaryt5205]

@@harveybyrne615 vampire crab perhaps?

[@Perrineaf]

Girl has some biceps!

[@Au8._.r3y]

Thank you so much!I really wanted this crab but had no idea how to care for it so this helped me a lot.

[@shanemoyer3107]

Do these crabs need a certain percentage of humidity? I bought one and that’s the only thing that I am still uncertain of. I bought a humidifier but I didn’t know if it would be safe to run for long amounts and if so, what percentage?

[@Bmedeiros-youtube]

I mist their enclosure twice a day. Keeping it at around 60 to 80. Always keep the eco earth damp. And make sure they have full clean water dishes. That should also help with the humidity. Don’t let it get past 80 for very long. Or u might get mold. I’ve kept a group of them for about 4 years now.

[@Bmedeiros-youtube]

Great video. Been keeping mine for about 4 years now. Mine are kept in a more presentation tank though. Cause they are one of my coolest looking pets in my opinion. Sadly. My giant day gecko has been slowing down. She’s pretty big and seems to be on her way out. :(

[@cramuel256]

Aw, that's sad to hear, how's she doing now?

[@Nightbird.]

I'm new to crab keeping and would love to see pics of your setup since I also want something that looks nice to keep in my living room. If you have a website link or can just upload to a free pic server and then post links here I'd love to see your setup. Or I can give you my skype or email address if you'd rather do that. I could also use some advice on keeping them too. Thanks!

[@Bmedeiros-youtube]

@@cramuel256 lol. She payed a clutch of eggs. She is thriving now. :)

[@warrenmiller6220]

@@Bmedeiros-youtube that happen with all lizards. Glad she is doing well.

[@isleifoterogarcia4478]

Right now is Halloween and I love those crabs, very cute and unique. Thanks

[@lacrosseguy108]

i had 2 crabs in the early 2000s, they werent hermit crabs lol, i believe they were moon crabs. sadly much of the pets in the 1990s and early 2000s didnt get much love. i had them in a tiny bug catcher the pet store sold me. i had them for a few months before they passed. for years i wanted to get more but wanted to have the right set up for them!

[@debwrobel2758]

Very cool crab it's very unique oh crab that's very cool very pretty colors

[@somethingorother9263]

Mine pinched me and i dropped him. He landed on his face. The weakest spot. He didnt make it. I felt so bad i cried a little. That was 15 yrs ago. I failed a creature whose life was my responsibility, and i couldn't handle it. It was important moment bc i realized the scope of the kind of animals im comfortable with. Im reminded of this when i look to adopt a dog and theres all pit bulls.

[@mr.froggy2899]

Dude I don’t wanna make you feel bad but with all pets you have to be aware about things that may harm you, if you know you fright easily and would drop it just don’t pick it up.

[@hashslinginhasher]

The vent holes are so uniform compared to when I make em haha

[@rodvarmo]

We have a lot of those in Costa Rica

[@chloekatsexotics3541]

I want one of these SO BAD! Nice video👍🏻

[@Sam-qd9cx]

Do you need a uvb ray for the crab to absorb the calcium???

[@himynameiswill4169]

Where can I buy one

[@keksidy]

Spongeboy me Bob I've been trapped in a plastic prison and me neighbor keeps staring at me like I'm its next meal argargargargarg

[@AirsoftKeksTV]

Those crabs won't pinch you if you don't pinch them. Just hold them onto your open hand, and use your other hand above it to make sure they don't jump away. Their body is quite soft so it hurts them if you hold them like you did.

[@Frostancy]

So what kind of light would I need for this crab and how much do they cost per year? I am thinking of getting one but what kind of light would I need for them to keep the heat at the temp they need and would I need a heating pad for them.

[@TheRedlandReptiles]

Well, they are nocturnal so they don't specifically need UV lights but they do need an external heat source if you don't live in a tropical climate like I do. You can use the reptile heat lamps or under tank heat pad to keep them warm and humid. you can use a reptile thermometer inside the cage to ensure the temperature is 75-90 degrees Fahrenheit at all times.

[@Frostancy]

Ok thank you.

[@ProgressiveDiscussions]

That's limestone but it's good. They won't climb smooth surfaces. For those living in dryer conditions then they would have to burn a lot less holes to retain humidity since land crabs need the moisture to breathe.

[@MOTIVATEDLIVING]

Hello. Great video. I just picked one of these uo today. I used hermit crab sand (which he/she loves) and layer of the coconut fiber stuff on top. In watching various videos, I have yet to see anyone use sand 🤔 is there a reason I'm not seeing people use sand?

[@cathybrunton5154]

I have mine in a 10 gallon aquarium with reptile lid

[@reconmodelsvaughn469]

I have been raising them for about 10 years I keep saltwater and fresh water daily and a mix of fruits and vegetables and nuts please do your research before getting them they do get big I have 12 pairs in 100 gallon tanks with 1 foot of counut fiber and sand .I feed every single night before I go to bed I use led light in the day just for plants and under the tank heating pads .good luck do as much research as possible before getting a pet crap I do not handle them at all they will stress out bad

[@TheRedlandReptiles]

This was immediately after getting this guy and I definitely continued to learn more about their care. Any folks who have asked, I have told them that they should ideally have more space and that this was a temporary bare minimum. I do appreciate that folks like yourself correct people in a very friendly manner. I have been wanting to post a new video with updated info but I honestly just haven't had the time with how much I work. I'm considering at this point if I should just take down this video all together, idk.

[@BrittanyOglesby23]

How is your crabs not fighting being together? Mine does I had to separate them.

[@naughtsweet]

Nnnnnoooo don't take the vidz down...I just found your channel, plus I have my own Rep babies, fur babies etc. Learning is never enough for me😊

[@Raynestorm1968]

I have a reptile fogger. How often would you say I should set it to mist? Sometimes I am forgetful, but I wouldn't want my fault to make the little guy/girl uncomfortable.

[@Sonworshipper]

I have a huge hermit crab I just bought and the humidity is the most difficult part for me.

[@zeldadahedgehog]

i love The Prodigy

[@black-kryptic8539]

Where did you get yours? And do you recommend housing 2 females or a male and female together as I’ve heard that they like to live in groups. And would just play sand work for them or do they need a mix of play sand and eco earth?

[@TheRedlandReptiles]

I got them at my local reptile store, it's the first time they had them. Actually ended up getting a second crab after posting this video. I'm pretty positive it's a female. They kind of had a stand off for a few minutes and both went off to make their own tunnels. Have been getting along staying out of each others way since. Naturally, they are found in the mangroves. So I would say a mixture of eco earth and sand would be fine. I personally like how much water and humidity the eco earth holds. Hope that helps!

[@black-kryptic8539]

The Redland Reptiles Ok Thank you! And could you feed fish or night crawlers for a meat source?

[@TheRedlandReptiles]

@@black-kryptic8539 yea it should be fine but always remember first, they are nocturnal so feed them at an appropriate time for that and second, always clean the food dish in the morning because anything uneaten can cause harmful molds and spores to grow.

[@haleygiles2824]

@@TheRedlandReptiles hello! I know that you posted this video a while back! But, I am being given a female who needed to be rehomed. She was previously only kept in a 10 gallon tank. If I were to take her on, would you recommend that I keep her in a container like the one in your video? And also, would you recommend that I get her another Halloween crab so she wouldn’t get lonely and if so, would I need a bigger container than the on in your video? Thank you!

[@TheRedlandReptiles]

@@haleygiles2824 hi, I would def recommend a larger tub than this if possible. Really, this was a bare minimum set up. I also recommend two water dishes. One with fresh water and one with salt water.

[@ramels512]

Don’t they need salt water to?

[@VonWasHere13]

Could You Make A Full Care Guide For Ghost Crabs?

[@petercho8910]

Any suggestion if you live in a cold state? Getting a heating pad or heating lamp. Do we need salt water dish and fresh water dish? I would like to get one or any type of crab.

[@mummyix5061]

You need saltwater and freshwater and they need to be easy to reach for the crab. Also get a heating pad or heating lamp

[@spookscrew4651]

I have some constructive criticism,this looks like bare minimum i have read that they need both salt and fresh water as well as atleast six inches or more of substrate(which you do not specify) so they can dig and burrow into the ground to molt.They also need a heating pad UTH and quite a bit of humidity.I have also read that they live longer and are happier with a crab of the opposite gender living along side them especially since moon crabs are a very social species and even share burrows with their kind.Its important when making these videos to specify specific things such as the humidity levels/heat levels,how much substrate,ect so that people don't neglect VERY important care information so their animal lives a happy life.How males cannot be kept together because they will fight to the death,proper enclosure sizes for one or multiple crabs and life span information.You could specify that they naturally eat fresh mango slices,fish,coconut so giving them fresh fruits and vegetables is important,and why its important to not leave the same food in the enclosure over a few days.The importance of water changes how you cannot use table salt as a salt water substitute and the fact that these crabs if properly taken care of will live mostly under the ground and how they can stay under for months to molt their exoskeleton.Why to NEVER try and dig them up because it could potentially kill them if they are in a molt.Most importantly that they will drown of their water dish is too deep because they cannot breath under water.Though i do like you're videos i would advise to redo this video to give the proper and full education on this animal as a pet not just typing to someone in the comments it would be better to do a complete care guide on these since there are not to many videos on these crabs out there.I look forward to seeing you're channel grow! :D

[@TheRedlandReptiles]

I have no problem admitting that you are absolutely correct. I definately plan on making another video on these guys. I now have upgraded to a bigger tank and have a female for him as well. And yes, I have 2 different water dishes and mist the tank when it looks dry. I do live in south florida though and inside my garage I have a seperate AC unit to regulate the temperature. The humidity comes naturally here so I just monitor it with a hydrometer and mist as needed. But yes, you are correct, and made excellent points. Thank you for your input. Now I just need some time off to make the next video. 👍😉

[@spookscrew4651]

@@TheRedlandReptiles Thank you i am glad they are doing well but for people outside of Florida it would be a need to know kinda thing for them.I really appreciate you taking everything so well!I did not mean it as being rude whatsoever and i'm glad you got that.

[@jess.bus.photosx6388]

Actually it doesn't matter for these guys it can be fresh or salt water or you can offer both like it's not necessary to offer salt water if you don't want to

[@kevinllopez.]

So I have a question since your crab is most likely grown and mine is very little, there was an occurrence where the crab got attacked by one of our cats and lost both pinchers. Will they grow back or is there anything I could do to help it?

[@Cat-ls1jr]

The crab will grow back it’s claws when it sheds in shell, but how did your cat attack it?

[@kevinllopez.]

@@Cat-ls1jr I’m not too sure i saw it on the floor when I barely woke up but it seems to be digging and eating on it’s own so I’m just watching it every few hours and hand feeding it just in case

[@alexgarza2165]

@@kevinllopez. Grow back yet?

[@kevinllopez.]

@@alexgarza2165 not yet but it’s doing well

[@ReddFoxx1562]

CUTICLE! CUTICLE!

[@slippytable4615]

So say I wanted 2 crabs how much would the cost range be for the crabs themselves and the tank and items to keep it alive( except for food)

[@TheRedlandReptiles]

That entirely depends on where you get stuff from and the prices of your local pet shop. You can usually get a good tank from offerup cheaper.

[@jumbopop3921]

i will definitely get crab

[@Dretify]

how much do these cost? and can they live with hermit crabs? i have a budget of 100$ and i would like to get one

[@TheRedlandReptiles]

The cost depends on your pet shop. No they cannot live with other species. And they need much more space than what hermit crabs usually get.

[@matthewspinazze4118]

Jaden Burton don’t buy a pet if you have a budget of 100$

[@Dretify]

@@matthewspinazze4118 i have 6 hermit crabs in big encloser my 100$ budget was perfect

[@raxolotl5678]

My crab has her eyes in her shell and i dint know why they aren't poking out

[@ProducedbyPDot]

saddly means your crab is Blind , the eyes either got picked out as a baby , or couldve maybe been overexposed to heat and the eyes sunk in (dryedout)

[@River_wylde]

will this setup work in northern states

[@TheRedlandReptiles]

Honestly, I couldn't tell you for sure. I would assume it could as long as it is somewhere indoors with a regulated source of heat and humidity.

[@silviamcsherry469]

Ca these carbs love in a regular ten gallon?

[@TheRedlandReptiles]

No, that is not big enough. Should be a 30 gallon tank or larger or an equivalent container.

[@STORM-wn4xs]

Was looking at hermit crabs but when I saw these it was instant I need one

[@hannahdouglas5275]

I thought they needed both fresh and salt water?

[@ramels512]

How often do you feed it and what?

[@lpattenaude1716]

Can I put a moon crab with my hermit crabs

[@TheRedlandReptiles]

I wouldn't. There can be some aggression issues and they can tear off limbs from each other when crabs fight.

[@tinmuffin2738]

Yum

[@hazedwonderthe9988]

Do they taste good?

[@MrDLYouTube]

The majority of people that have these crabs always have fresh and saltwater available, why do you not have saltwater for them? They use the saltwater to bathe.

[@TheRedlandReptiles]

This is an old video that I have been wanting to update with more facts but I have not had the time due to work. You are correct though, they should have both fresh and salt water. Really, this whole set-up is a bare minimum enclosure. There are more factors that I need to update.

[@noh9145]

Can you keep these in a land and water area? Would they live with fish?

[@jess.bus.photosx6388]

I wouldn't house these with fish as fish is part of their diet so they would get eaten, as water for mine I just have a large metal dog water bowl with areas for him to get in and out

[@groton5376]

Mine be crawling

[@ReddFoxx1562]

She's pretty pretty...

[@ReddFoxx1562]

Just saying! Sorry; I posted that comment very much without considering.

[@ReddFoxx1562]

I must say, you should have put this magnificent crab down at some point.

[@agtkilo03]

I thought this was a recipe tutorial or somthing

[@D_waters]

Crab people crap people looks like crab lives in box like people

[@kylerucker3539]

Limestone not coral rock

[@kaitlynnrhodes500]

You look alot like Rebecca sugar the creator of steven universe