Hermit Crab cold tolerance?

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I have a vicious but very personable hermit crab that got sent to the sump for crimes against snails. She was supposed to be a dwarf red legged hermit but she outgrew the rest of the crew.

I also have a small set up with Mangroves in my window. Unfiltered, unheated, using sunlight. I was wondering if the Hermit of Death would survive under those conditions. Anyone have any idea?

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Heat. Hermit crabs are happiest kept at 72-80 F (22-27 C). If the temperature drops below 72 F on a regular basis, the crabs will likely become weak, stressed, and ill. Unless living in a tropical climate, most owners will need to use a heater at least part of the time to keep the crab tank at optimal temperatures
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WHICH PART OF YOUR SETUP IS HARDEST TO REACH OR REMOVE FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE?

  • Glass behind or beside the tank

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  • Powerheads or wavemakers

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  • Sump or rear filtration chambers

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  • Skimmer or other filtration equipment

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