Fresh Water:
It is important that you age or condition the fresh water you offer your land hermit crabs. The easiest way to do this is to use a water conditioner such as Prime which removes Chlorine, Chloramine and Ammonia from the water. Most tap water conditioners do not destroy the chemical bonds that form ammonia, chlorine and chloramines.
Ocean Water:
Also known as Salt water, however you should choose a marine or ocean water salt not a hermit crab salt, rock salt or sea salt to create the ocean water pool. Popular brands include Instant Ocean which comes in sachets that you add to the water. This super mix contains all important elements necessary for a healthy aquarium, is fast-dissolving and is nitrate and phosphate-free.
It is important that you age or condition the fresh water you offer your land hermit crabs. The easiest way to do this is to use a water conditioner such as Prime which removes Chlorine, Chloramine and Ammonia from the water. Most tap water conditioners do not destroy the chemical bonds that form ammonia, chlorine and chloramines.
Ocean Water:
Also known as Salt water, however you should choose a marine or ocean water salt not a hermit crab salt, rock salt or sea salt to create the ocean water pool. Popular brands include Instant Ocean which comes in sachets that you add to the water. This super mix contains all important elements necessary for a healthy aquarium, is fast-dissolving and is nitrate and phosphate-free.
