If you are new to having a hermit crab as a pet, you are probably not that familiar with their life cycle. Hermit crabs are omnivores and love to scavenge clams and bits of dead animals. For such small creatures, they are fascinating. I became interested in the life cycle of hermit crabs when one…
Saltwater hermit crabs are some of the cutest little guys you can keep as pets as they are intelligent, friendly, and curious. There are some eight hundred hermit crab species, divided into marine and land types. The marine ones live their lives submerged in water, so they must be kept in a warm water marine…
Hermit crabs are fascinating aquatic creatures. There are over eight hundred hermit crab species, with most of them needing a marine environment. They carry their homes with them and elaborately redesign shells when their shell becomes too small. Many people acquire hermit crabs without knowing much about them. They find the crab unsuitable as a…
A few weeks ago found myself in an odd situation with a hamster that made me wonder about hamster’s acting ability. My daughter came into the room with sad eyes, telling me she thought her hamster was dead. She was so sad, but when I went to look, the hamster was fine and eating. So…
In 2012 a study calculated that out of 1,000 households, 887 own a hamster. Hamsters are not costly and can easily be spotted at most pet stores; however, owners must ensure they properly care for their hamsters before letting them reside in your home. Because it is not unusual for hamsters to be kept as…
The worst possible thing that most hamster owners can think of has happened, my hamster is not moving. Why is my hamster not moving, and how can I help it? These are the questions that I was forced to ask a few months ago when I saw my hamster was not moving. I was devastated…
Sea monkeys are low-maintenance pets that are great for beginners, especially children. These tiny critters are actually brine shrimp, and their habitat consists of a small plastic tank, distilled water with a water purifier added, and plenty of room for them to hatch and swim. Sea monkeys usually come in packs of eggs, so you…
Dwelling in the sand for a majority of the time, hermit crabs make great low-maintenance pets for those with minimal free time. You do not have to do much for them to live happily and healthily in their enclosure. Many wonder how they take a drink of water when they go for their periodic dips….
Hermit crabs are great starter pets to have. They require little care and are suitable for people of nearly any age. They are relatively self-sufficient creatures that do not need any personal maintenance. Hermit crabs know what to do naturally, and they will eat and drink as they please. You will see your hermit crabs…
Sea monkeys are fascinating creatures and make excellent low-maintenance pets. If kept in optimal conditions, these tiny shrimp will continue to reproduce and reward you with years of wriggly activity. As small as they are, you may be surprised to know that there are distinct differences between male and female sea monkeys. Male sea monkeys…