Hermit Crabs

Description

Unlike other crustaceans, most Hermit Crabs have long, soft, spirally curved abdomens. This vulnerable abdomen is protected from predators by a salvaged empty seashell carried by the hermit crab into which its whole body can retract.

Minimum loan period is 1 week, maximum loan period is 2 weeks. Each loan animal is provided with food for the loan period, tank and a “How to Keep” sheet.
We recommend our members do a full risk assessment for the loan acknowledging the individuality of each classroom environment and the students therein.

Please note our hot weather policy – we will not allow animals to be transported in temperatures above 35°C. If this is forecast we will call to make alternative arrangements.