Zoo Med Neon Crab Shells 2 Pack
Pack size
2 pack
Part no.
HC-42
Pack quantity
2 shells
Finish
Neon
Use
Spare hermit crab shells
Zoo Med Neon Crab Shells 2 Pack
Two neon-coloured natural shells your hermit crab can move into as it grows. Zoo Med Neon Crab Shells are genuine natural shells, brightened in neon colour, sized as spare "growth" shells so a hermit crab always has a larger option waiting when its current shell gets tight.
Key features
- Natural shell – a real shell, not a moulded replica, so the aperture and internal shape are the ones a hermit crab actually recognises.
- Neon colour – adds visual interest to the enclosure alongside Zoo Med's plain and fancy shell ranges.
- Two pack – gives your crab a genuine choice of shell, which matters, since crabs that can't choose a shell they like are more likely to stay in a shell that's become too small.
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Item number | HC-42 |
| Pack size | 2 shells |
| Material | Natural shell |
| Colour | Neon (assorted) |
Which shell size do I need?
Zoo Med doesn't publish an aperture measurement for this pack, so the safest way to size a new shell is against the shell your crab is already wearing: a good next shell has an opening slightly larger than its current one, with enough internal room to fully withdraw. If you keep several crabs of different sizes, Zoo Med also sells plain growth shells in small, medium, large and extra-large, and a mixed fancy box, if you need a wider size spread than one neon pack gives you.
Suitable for, and not suitable for
Suitable for land hermit crab enclosures as spare shells for a moult or a size change. Not a substitute for checking the fit yourself – always offer more than one size and let the crab choose, rather than assuming a shell will fit.
Care and maintenance
Rinse in dechlorinated water before adding to the enclosure. Offer several spare shells at once rather than a single replacement, so your crab has a genuine choice.
Goes well with
Hermit crab substrate, a humidity gauge, and Zoo Med's plain growth shell sizes if you keep crabs of more than one size.
Warranty and delivery
Natural shells vary piece to piece in exact shape and colour intensity – the shells you receive won't be identical to the product photo, which is representative.
Common questions
Do hermit crabs need more than one spare shell?
Yes. Offering only one replacement size doesn't give your crab a real choice, and crabs that can't find a shell they like are more likely to stay in one that no longer fits.
Are these shells safe for hermit crabs?
They're genuine natural shells rather than painted plastic replicas, so the crab is exploring a real shell shape and aperture.
What size crab are these shells for?
Zoo Med doesn't publish an exact aperture size for the neon pack – compare the opening against your crab's current shell before offering it.
Why is shell colour and shape different from the photos?
These are natural shells, so each piece is unique – the photo is representative rather than the exact piece you'll receive.
