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What can I use to cover my hermit crab tank for low humidity?

Updated On December 4th, 2025

Humidity in my hermit crab cage is too low, I cannot get a lid for it right now (too much money) is there anything at home I can use to cover it? (Plastic wrap with some air holes, anything)?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on November 15th, 2018

You can partially cover the top with some plastic wrap, don't cover it completely. Adding some moss or a natural sponge and keeping them moist will also help. Be sure to change them out every couple days to prevent bacterial or fungal overgrowth. A humidifier in the room where the tank is located will also help by raising the humidity of the entire room.

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