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hagen small pals pen

Reviewer: Vanessa Pike-Russell

Product Name: Hagen Living Worlds Small Pals Pen

Product Description:

Made by Hagen in a range of sizes, the half gallon Living Worlds Small Pals unit is the perfect size for an isolation unit for within the main tank. It is small enough to keep manageable in a damp condition, yet large enough so that more than one small to medium hermit crab can moult at a time.


Website: Hagen.com

Rating: Excellent


 

Description

The Living World Small Pals Pens are versatile, have a high-tech design, easy to transport, available in several sizes and two colours.

VERSATILITY

Suitable for small animals, fish and reptiles Small Pals Pens can function as a pet carrier, aquarium, terrarium, small animal pen, or as a nursery, CLEVER

DESIGN

Solid moulded structure A secure snap-locking lid Complete ventilation A hole incorporated in the lid for air tubing (air tubing not included) Full-opening lid for easy access Breakaway hinges, a removable lid, and rounded edges allow for easy cleaning. Lightweight with an elevated base for easy handling. Dual-level base for wet/dry areas, etc...

EASY TRANSPORT

Lightweigth Carrying handle incorporated in lid (small & medium units only) Elevated base for easy grip

AVAILABLE IN

Five sizes The complete line of Small Pals Pens are available in two attractive colors, Pearlescent Blue & Teal


The size I use within my tank is the small half-gallon size. If you have a larger tank you may wish to use a larger version.

61900 Small 1,84 l (0,5 gal. U.S.)

Manufactured by:

Hagen

Available:

Offline:

At quality pet stores

Online:


Comments:

The half gallon size Living World isolation unit is a wonderful addition to your crabitat. Combined with a choya branch or ladder of some type, your hermit crabs will be able to climb into it and dig down to moult.
Alternatively you can move a hermit crab which has moulted within the tank and is in danger of being attacked by its tank mates into the unit and then close the lid, knowing that it is safe.
The vented lid allows the warmth and humidity within the main tank to be shared with the isolation unit.

Cost:

US: $3.97 at PetDiscounters.

Aus: Up to $AUD 13

Reviewier:

Vanessa Pike-Russell


Score Card for this product:

Pros
Great for a damp sand moulting unit that can be added to your tank
Easy to keep the small volume of sand clean in between moulters.
The lid can be closed to keep moulters safe from tank mates.
Cons
Take care when opening and closing the lid. The plastic is thin and if you are a little rough the lid and/or hinge can be damaged.
Rating
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