What to feed my hermie who has shell rot?

Questions about unexpected problems.
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ladybug15057
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Re: What to feed my hermie who has shell rot?

Post by ladybug15057 »

The picture of my King Kong is his pms with his first molt with me. Since then his diet changed dramatically from what the previous owner fed him. (and his brothers) It is VERY important to also offer hermies fresh foods for the natural juices and oils they contain.
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hermiesman80
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Re: What to feed my hermie who has shell rot?

Post by hermiesman80 »

I would feed him/her flax seed just because it`s healthy crab steroids :D
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