World Of Exotics

🦀 Hermit Crab (Ketam Pertapa) – Facts & Details

🌿 Species Overview

Hermit crabs are small crustaceans known for using empty shells to protect their soft bodies. They are not true crabs but are part of the superfamily Paguroidea.

🏝️ Natural Habitat

Found on tropical beaches, rocky shores, mangroves, and shallow waters

Prefer warm, humid environments

Land hermit crabs need both saltwater and freshwater sources

🐚 Unique Characteristics

Shell Borrowers: They do not grow their own shell— instead, they look for empty snail shells to live in

Molting: They shed their exoskeleton as they grow

Social Creatures: Prefer living in groups

Climbers: Very good at climbing and exploring

Sensitive: Easily stressed by temperature or handling

🍽️ Diet

Omnivores

Eat fruits, vegetables, seaweed, fish flakes, and decaying organic matter

Need calcium sources (cuttlebone, crushed coral) for healthy shell development

🌡️ Care Requirements (For Displays/Petting Events)

Temperature: 24–30°C

Humidity: 70–80%

Provide both freshwater & saltwater bowls

Sand substrate deep enough for burrowing

Avoid strong handling as it may stress them

🎉 Fun Facts

Can live 10–30 years with proper care

Communicate by tapping their claws

Sometimes “fight” or negotiate for a new shell

Their eyes are on stalks—helping them see in many directions