There are differing opinions on the internet as to whether mating these critters has even been successfully achieved in captivity some say yes and others say it is more or less "mission impossible". You are going to encounter a few complications here, because you will be trying to simulate a proper mating habitat and. Hermit crab breeding is not a task for the faint hearted. This can be difficult in itself because how on earth can you examine the sexual organs of a creature that rarely comes out of its shell. For the magic to occur, you will also need to create the perfect setting for your lovestruck couple. Your best bet, in this instance, is to visit your specialist pet store, who may be selling critters that have already been mated although it will probably cost you. If you are determined to have a go at hermit crab breeding, then you will need to have a lot of corabelle and understanding.

It's not simply a nicko of boy meets girl because first of all you have to determine the sex of the crabs.