Legless hermit crab

[Tim'sReef]

Hi all. Yesterday before I went to bed and checked on the tank I saw this hermit crab sitting there and something didn't look right. When I looked closer I noticed that he has no front legs or claws. I guess he lost a fight or something.

I put him in a little acclimation box so I could feed him and keep an close eye on everything. (He ate a piece of mysis this day) I know it's just a hermit crab but I want to try and save this little guy.

Am I correct to understand that they will regrow? Any other tips very welcome.

 

[ISpeakForTheSeas]

Hi all. Yesterday before I went to bed and checked on the tank I saw this hermit crab sitting there and something didn't look right. When I looked closer I noticed that he has no front legs or claws. I guess he lost a fight or something.

I put him in a little acclimation box so I could feed him and keep an close eye on everything. (He ate a piece of mysis this day) I know it's just a hermit crab but I want to try and save this little guy.

Am I correct to understand that they will regrow? Any other tips very welcome.

Yeah, as long as it gets enough good food and good water quality, it should recover over a few molts.

 

[Tim'sReef]

It since has molted 2 times and had regrown all legs and claws. running around like nothing has happened. Isn't nature awesome!