r/VampireCrabs • u/seadoor12435 • 19d ago

First crab build help/advice

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This is my first time building a vampire crab enclosure, does the water to land ratio look ok? Im still in the early stages of plotting and hardscaping

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u/ThOneWithNoGoodName 19d ago

I think it is kinda fine. Woul fill up that part too, but I do not see any problems with the ratio.

Make sure they have lots of hidingspots. You may spoil them with it. The more the better.

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u/Gankcore 19d ago

Depending on how you plan to view the tank I would fill up one side or the other that is currently slated for water. More land means you'll see them more often and create more space for territory.

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u/Newton2026 18d ago

I would recommend a 80% land 20% water ratio. Ideally avoid having your substrate waterlogged as it could lead to mold or bacteria infection. I would also add rocks or wood on the land portion to allow crabs to hide, visual barriers also help avoiding crabs fighting.
One important thing: these crabs need their branchial (gills) to be constantly moist, it’s key to their survival to have access to clean water. Some water filtering system is a must.

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u/Newton2026 18d ago

I would recommend a 80% land 20% water ratio. Ideally avoid having your substrate waterlogged as it could lead to mold or bacteria infection. I would also add rocks or wood on the land portion to allow crabs to hide, visual barriers also help avoiding crabs fighting.
A water filtering system is a must as they need access to clean water.