My Vampire Crabs Won’t Stop Breeding

[@SerpaDesign]

Let me know how many crabs do you think there will be in a few months? I'm guessing around 93, but it certainly could be more. If you get close (within 5 + or -) I'll shout out in that future video! Enjoy, and have a great weekend SerpaSquad!

[@ChillX12]

I'm going to guess 84. Thanks for the amazing video Serpa! Truly a blessing to my day.

[@JacobGuan]

Maybe 78

[@marikah6198]

120! They are thriving and enjoying the beautiful nature you’ve created. You are the god to them.👍 I’d love to ask you to try becoming the first one to breed this frog, that I have been planing a special enclosure but don’t have time to materialize it. Is there any way to send you a direct message?

[@r.graves4123]

@@marikah6198 this might me right. mine went from 6 to 4 to 70+ in a year...

[@predatitor4183]

Hey, i found in the video some isopods, they are not extint! (yet)

[@grackleaudit]

Nothing quite like starting your day watching a calm, kind dude get so excited as he counts crabs.

[@StarlordStavanger]

we've all got crabs!!

[@FesteringGhoul]

Sounds like my love life

[@KamiKaZantA]

My gynecologist wasn't as excited counting crabs.

[@mitchellhall7382]

Grab a cuppa joe and dive in Serpa Squad!

[@readyalways1414]

I couldn't agree more BIG DOGGIE 💯👣

[@adambarron4015]

During my research for a pet, I've come across many articles on how bad the hermit crab keeping is. Between being mostly wild caught, having poor set ups, and keeping a group organism in a solitary environment, I'd love to see your take a proper set up for hermit crabs. I believe with your reach and expertise/research ability, you could make a hobby altering set-up.

[@lynniewood]

Oooh thats a good idea, I'd love to see a proper hermit crab set up

[@glendasheaffer4459]

I like your idea and would love information on this.

[@adrianzmajla4844]

They need humid air, or they slowly suffocate.

[@comfortablynumb9342]

I saw many thousands of hermit crabs on the beaches in Costa Rica. Way more than I saw growing up in Florida. On the Pacific side they live where the coconut and wild almond trees start so they have shade during the day. They're awesome for cleaning up anything edible on the beach, at night they roam around more. They definitely like heat and humidity. And they live on beaches that can be pretty rocky with not much sand. They like driftwood too.

[@naturesfinest2408]

This would be really cool but only if done ethically. Bred in captivity and a proper group.

[@bogwife7942]

best way to start the day: watching a guy give a paludarium a colonoscopy to count vampire crabs

[@swishyfish2003]

Today I learned that articulate ALSO refers to delicate segmented parts. It’s good I looked that up because at first I thought these crabs were well spoken 😂

[@Toadsavior]

Oh! That’s what he means! Thank you xD

[@justsomerandomdudeya]

The update I've been holding my breath for! This is my favorite build. Something about the dark lava rock, twisted (yet cohesive) spider wood, dark green foliage, and black water is so beautiful. It all works together so well. I hope it doesn't get dismantled and another creature goes inside, but I would imagine it's necessary to tear it apart to get all the inhabitants out. Oh well, sometimes beauty isn't meant to last!

[@thestephensons4520]

There’s nothing like creating a new home for some animals and seeing them multiply like that. It’s how you know you’ve done it right

[@tylociraptor8131]

Man, I would LOVE to see you make a tarantula terrarium. It would be out of your usual comfort zone, being a lot smaller than most, but I think you'd do a beautiful job!!

[@lornacy]

He did a good job with the spider his wife found in the shower awhile back. I second this request!

[@indiArtsCrafts]

I think he did a tarantula environment for the 3-in-one tank he made for the butterfly zoo in Colorado!

[@Stardust_Vega]

It would be lovely for sure... would be inspirational for my next T terraium

[@BeauLeonard]

116 crabs will be present in 3 months. The rate of growth will increase as the population increases so its exponential growth. That’s about all I remember from calculus 25 years ago.

[@elephantofdoom]

However as the population increases competition for food will increase which will both slow the breeding rate and lead to more cannibalism

[@BeauLeonard]

@ great point and I never considered that aspect. I revise my estimate down to 96.

[@lornacy]

​@@elephantofdoom Is the food supply limited, though? Tanner feeds them after all. This isn't an exact analog of their natural environment.

[@rachelsmith3592]

If you guess the number of vampire crabs correctly your prize is a jar of vampire crabs 🦀🦀🦀

[@pony3284]

Lol! My thoughts/ hopes too 🦀

[@agear-n6k]

127

[@jillbos]

Always read the purple ones are happier on the ground. But your video help me realize they will climb and find homes vertical. Now I can build something more vertical in my small apartment so that will help. Thank you!

[@mattercolini7451]

I’m not at all surprised you enjoyed looking for these crabs.i assume you got crabs because you used to love looking for them when you when young. This is why we keep animals.❤

[@aquaticma]

I have NEVER seen a set up for vampire crab like this before and they're definitely enjoying it!

[@blessedbeauty2293]

- Lol. They're getting feisty. They must love their home.

[@mrbananarama]

my guess is there will be 112 lil crabby dudes in there when you count them proper. Adorable lil things

[@blub_k6u]

His voice is low-key different from his voice-over voice

[@beatblastdeath]

Maybe, he uses a different mic for voice over.

[@Helveteshit]

I think moving the light to the most front and angling it 30 degrees and add a higher growth light lumen lamp, will do you well on that set-up.

[@Utopiandiaryy]

The paludarium is so cool !

[@craby6449]

usually 1 female breed 20~30 babies, but few of them will be eaten by adults and fish, so i guess about 120~132 and they don't like to have water puddle in their hide out, and they like to eat some soft leaves and moss so they would eat Cryptocoryne, i had planted them as well, and most of them had gone

[@LordNithilus]

1:51 that little guy has quite the appetite.

[@irobbsp]

I absolutely love your videos! Your enthusiasm and joy for your projects are contagious, making each video a delight to watch. Keep up the amazing work! ✨

[@SMDoktorPepper]

Considering how expensive these crabs can get, its a profit

[@davidpowell8630]

Hey Serpa! I love your videos and you inspired me to make my own setups! I wanted to thank you, your my favorite creator on KZbin!

[@thomasvaughan294]

I kept 3 crabs when I was a teen but they got out and dried up on my bedroom carpet. Now I'm 42, and would love to keep them again but in Sweden I can't buy any at a pet store. What are your views on ordering animals online through the post? Risks, welfare, etc?

[@glacialWind]

I love your videos and i know you have had alot of big projects lately you want to focus on but i also think its okay if you do smaller microbuilds. I think itd be cool to see a mini salt water aquarium meant specifically for growing corals

[@catalant4161]

101 is my guess! Love seeing all the babies doing well. Also very interesting seeing them using their entire scape

[@comfortablynumb9342]

I've spent my whole life trying to avoid getting crabs and this dude keeps a tank full 😂

[@eloisebrown9954]

I love watching these videos to wind down after a stressful day, or for new ideas. I'd absolutely love to see your take on an axolotl tank!

[@jimmyjames2022]

Nice job counting in crevices! I suspect that you can view the crabs with a red light at night and it won't scare them as much as a white light does. For catching insects at night I've used something as simple as red bike lights. Instead of hiding they just sit out in the open, and you can easily sneak up on them. Provided you don't move quickly and disturb the air.

[@blessedbeauty2293]

- 13:00 Wow, *that many crabs,* evaded your own eyeballs. 😮 👀 👁

[@zabacinjsh]

Why do vampire crabs look so socially awkward and cute xD

[@haydenbowerman]

My guess is 97. It’s good to see they are thriving and can’t wait to see what the new setup is going to look like. You always do an amazing job on all your setups.

[@gothski4773]

I love these crabs! I'm working on my own setup to keep them and your builds have definitely inspired it 😂

[@ErikWhyRock]

I would say 103 crabs!!

[@lionessoftor4139]

It shows how great of a job with this set up they were comfortable to reproduce and did so with so much success.

[@tessastaubly8148]

Holy crap! There are so many! I loved the part where the little ones were nibbling at debris from trimming.

[@auzp]

I've got a feeling the number will be well over 120 crabs when the move happens

[@FesteringGhoul]

Amazing as always Tanner! You are a true artist.

[@Alicia.Marie.13]

Your videos are getting better and better ❤ I always look forward to them!

[@ferret1231000]

I haven’t really watched any of your videos recently but I really enjoyed this one. That camera is a great idea as you can see places you’d normally have to disturb by pulling out rocks and plants etc.

[@Tabitha0914]

I'll say 111. I've enjoyed the evolution of this build so far. I'm looking forward to seeing your next one for these little crabs.❤

[@Liz_Theresa]

I never thought that I’d want a crab as a pet, but there’s something about Vampire Crabs that I just love! My guess: 106

[@alteria2714]

So many crabs! Your house now belongs to these crabs

[@stepht8677]

103 is my guess. Fascinating to see them clise up like this in such a great environment.

[@tonyah3488]

Your channel gives me so much joy! Keep making them PLEASE! And my guess for crab numbers by time you move them is 115❤

[@dartmart9263]

Are you complaining that you created an environment so balanced that it was conducive to breeding? Lol I’ll take some of that crab “infestation“ off your hands!

[@CripCritic]

My prediction is 108 crabs in a few months from now. Thank you for sharing these joyful, peaceful creatures’ lives with us! Your videos always soothe me and I love enjoying this hobby vicariously!

[@Fofiifii]

Absolutely love these creatures! my guess for the new enclosure is that you'll have exactly 100 crabs when you move them

[@taleandclawrock2606]

So cute, teeny crabs❤❤❤

[@KeithZerfas]

Great video - expecting 121 crabs in a few months

[@kristiobrien1418]

That was really fun to see such a deep dive into this complex set up. What a cool new toy! Thanks for sharing. I'm betting 134 in the next count.

[@YANTARNIY]

Greetings from Kazakhstan. I recently got 3 red devils, I look and enjoy, I'm waiting for offspring.

[@Lyryn2214]

I appreciate your updates and progress reports on tanks. I think it gives a more realistic view of the animals we may choose (and reasons why we should or should not) to have in our homes. Thank you!

[@kymberlysteiger8125]

Oh they are so cute 🥰 you created a wonderful world for them. I’m extremely excited to see what the upgrade will look like! My guess for their count is 99 👍

[@LukeMcGuireoides]

Great writing. I can't believe you're going to make them a bigger tank. That one is huge! My guess is 81. Crab peekaboo

[@andperk]

I think an awsome setup would be a feature like a shrub or waterfall that is part of two aquariums/paledariums etc

[@foxxiangel6384]

these little guys seem like such an interesting display pet! esp in a set up like this with as many as you have

[@SidneyJames-v2h]

I love watching his videos before bed because it calms me down

[@MacDoesArt7]

I guess 117 !!! lots of small crabs in there you didn't see yet! My partner guessed 83. looking forward to the update on the enclosure

[@michellemcfarland80]

I ❤ your enthusiasm Dude!! Thank U for ur Awesone work!! 👌👍👏

[@LexanPanda]

I love seeing the crabs' home up close at their scale! My guess was about 100.

[@MsLeenite]

Funny, just yesterday I was watching a video where someone talked about his visit to Christmas Island, and the amazing Red Crab migration that takes place there annually.. And today, I'm learning about another, smaller bonanza of busy crabs. You must be doing something right, Tanner, because the little critters seem to be thriving!

[@Skroopy]

Hi Serpa, ever thought about doing a Triops setup? I'd love to know if its possible to reliably make a vernal pool in a paludarium.

[@deeppeacenature265]

This is timely. A week ago I added 3 purple vampire crabs (a male and 2 females) into my nano paludarium that was established for almost 2 months. Long story short - I never see them 😂. I know they're still alive because of the various degrees of disturbance to the scape in the mornings. These creatures are so elusive. Guess I have to wait for babies to pop out.

[@stonepiggy]

I bet the final crab count will be something like 168 🦀

[@luke9785]

In a few months you're gonna have an army of crab

[@JoannaJones-x1w]

My guess is 126. This has been my favorite video so far. These creatures are so cool. It makes me laugh that it looks like they are staring into the camera.

[@markwebster5570]

Another great video, keep up the good work. I look forward to seeing how you use that camera in future videos.

[@Jeppesen76]

My guess is 102 in a few months. I’ve got plans on making a paludarium of my own with vampire crabs 🦀 So it’s fun to see how yours are doing.

[@CraigsOverijse]

clearly happy crabs as well as a happy Tanner

[@brianthompson5866]

I love this .....REALLY love this build. My guess is 106. Crabs. Also I have an idea for a build i wanted your opinion on. Could you use a long tank, say 2-3 feet long but placed at a sloping angle to make a terrarium or paludarium. If you read this i would like your opinion. P.s your channel is the best one by a huge percentage. 😁

[@RafaelHA2010]

make sure to do one colonoscopy to ur vivariums at least once a year to prevent health problems 😅.... Que bonitos!!! este vivarium te quedo muy genial, pero sobre todo, muy funcional, los animalitos solo se reproducen asi cuando estan en condiciones en las que se sientes sumamente comodos. Excelente trabajo, espero ver otro nuevo proyecto pronto. o quiza alguna guia sobre los problemas que se pueden presentar al hacer un acuario o algo asi😅. Saludos desde CDMX

[@melsodersten7128]

So glad to see your crabs are dong so well. I hope the micro crabs you had are doing well too. I started watching your channel looking for ways to spice up my hermit crab enclosure. And now I have 3 fish tanks and am working on a paludarium as well. 😆 Can't help but be inspired watching your amazing creations. And for my guess... I think there's 187 crabs in there.

[@DutchBane]

4:30 awesome shirt

[@VVilde36]

the scope was so cool! thanks for this episode!

[@harryfenzleiniii6274]

Im so excited!! I literally just started my Paludarium!

[@StarlordStavanger]

I didn't know I needed a crab 0rgy video on my Saturday, but I'm here for it!!

[@cornpierce]

My guess is 111 crabs when they're ready to move to their new home!

[@suek7313]

Love your work, Tanner! My guess is 74 crabs.

[@asimovstarling8806]

My guess would be 163. because the number looks to have by between 4 an five fold from the initial group. An that's just the number you were able to fin that were big enough to be filmed. I'd also suggest giving them a higher amount of foo, because if everything else has been hunted, they're starving, and crabs are cannibals.

[@shadowcraftersr]

I remember this build from when I started getting into watching your channel more regularly. I think it's awesome that you also show us how the build evolve over time with their inhabitants! EDIT: I guess it'll be 75

[@unnurhrafnsdottir9424]

I'm guessing 112 crabs. they look happy and very cute.

[@rileyjanneee2995]

This was awesome! I think you’re going to end up with 115 crabs!

[@Maxsmom13]

It's awesome to see how much they have settled into their home. My guess is 146!

[@esotericLobster]

My guess is 127 crabs! Beautiful critters :)

[@douglasrhj]

Why does this video only have. 40k views, it’s cinema

[@terenceconnors9627]

137 vampire crabs.

[@lubitz161]

You can just call it 'freshwater kelp', cause that's exactly what 'Süßwassertang' means :D

[@ShelbyMarie1794]

You should add guppies to the water. They’ll clean up the crab molts

[@TheBosnianBeetleBasher]

129 is my guess! Awesome setup and beautiful crabs!

[@WatchesCanBeFun]

dude bought a whole borescope just to count crabs.... awesomeeeee

[@faithful_to_the_bay5487]

love all your set ups

[@AriLo-d9g]

I guess that in three months there will be 91 vampire crabs! We will have to wait to see.

[@peggygray6071]

120 in 3 months. I love watching your videos. Luv from Arkansas.

[@onebigadvocado6376]

Hi Tanner, can you do a vid on how you propagate your cuttings? If you haven't already!

[@monikaweld5567]

I think you'll have 107 little crabs. Great video😊

[@DaveIsiang]

You're back 🤩

[@glendasheaffer4459]

102, love the display of the crabs, how fulfilling for you. Can't wait for the upgrade.

[@solidsnake42069]

I love waking up to a serpa upload ❤ I'm guessing 101 when the big move happens!

[@JohnCiarroni-z8n]

John and Melanie , we watch all your videos ! My guess is 135 . I’m hoping you have an army 😁 by the time you switch their environment