FAQ

  • What is a paludarium and how is it different from an aquarium or terrarium?

    A paludarium is a hybrid enclosure that combines land and water elements, ideal for semi-aquatic species like vampire crabs. Unlike aquariums (all water) or terrariums (all land), paludariums simulate natural ecosystems with both environments.

  • What do vampire crabs need in their tank?

    Vampire crabs require at least a 5-gallon tank with 80% land and 20% water, high humidity (70%+), hiding places, and moderate heating (22–28°C). Learn more in our vampire crab paludarium guide.

  • How do I heat a paludarium for vampire crabs?

    Paludariums can be heated using ceramic heat emitters, under-tank heat mats, or ambient room heat. Avoid direct heat sources in the water zone. See our heating guide for safe methods.

  • Can I keep multiple vampire crab species (colours) together?

    You can keep vampire crabs in groups, but only 1 species (colour) of vampire crab per tank. If you mix colours, they will almost always kill each other. If you want multiple species or colours you will need a separate tank for each type.

  • Do vampire crabs need a filter in their tank?

    Yes, a small internal or sponge filter helps keep the shallow water zone clean. Choose a filter with gentle flow to avoid disturbing the land area. A filter also prevents buildup of harmful bacteria.

  • Where can I buy vampire crabs?

    Vampire crabs are best purchased from specialty reptile stores. Avoid wild-caught specimens (if possible) and look for healthy, tank-bred crabs. We don’t sell them but offer setup guides to help you care for them.

  • Why do my vampire crabs keep dying?

    1. Too much water and not enough dry land (they are not aquatic)

    2. Low humidity (should stay above 70%)

    3. No hiding spots or territorial stress from multiple males

    4. Incorrect temperatures (ideal is 22–28°C air, 22–25°C water)

    Check our full vampire crab setup guide to troubleshoot and improve your habitat.

  • What camera gear do you use to film your paludarium and crab builds?

    Camera Body: Sony ZV-E10 (primary mirrorless camera)

    Macro Lens: Venus Optics Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO

    Low Light Lens: Sony 35mm f/1.8 OSS

    Primary Zoom Lens: Tamron 17–70mm f/2.8

    Secondary Zoom Lens: Sigma 17–50mm f/2.8

    Ultra-Wide Lens: Sigma 8–16mm f/4.5–5.6

    Gimbal: Zhiyun Crane M2S

    Editing Software: DaVinci Resolve Studio

  • Where do you get the music for your YouTube videos?

    I license all my music through Epidemic Sound, which offers royalty-free tracks for content creators.

    You can explore the same library I use here: Epidemic Sound