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We know your heart is in the right place. Wanting to save hermit crabs dumped at the end of summer is an act of compassion — but taking them all home, whether buying or accepting them for free, does more harm than good in the long run. Here’s why: You’re Making Room for Next Season’s Victims Every time you empty a shop’s tank — even for free — you’re helping them clear inventory, which makes them more likely to reorder next year. That’s not rescue — that’s enabling. Even Free Crabs Feed the Industry When a business knows someone will take the leftovers, they don’tRead More →

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Social Media black markets drive increased hermit crab poaching in Japan. More hermit crab poachers have been arrested attempting to smuggle hermit crabs from Japan. Hermit crab keepers play a critical role in ending hermit crab poaching by influencing demand, spreading awareness, and supporting sustainable alternatives. Here’s how: 1. Shifting Demand Away from Wild-Caught Crabs 2. Choosing Ethically Sourced Products 3. Raising Awareness and Educating Others 4. Supporting Responsible Retailers 5. Boycotting Harmful Supply Chains In short: Hermit crab keepers have the power to drive real change through informed choices, advocacy, and ethical purchasing. Ending hermit crab poaching starts at the register — with everyRead More →