crabs molting questions?

[myrtle beach]

I recently got a emerald and sally lightfoot crab. They are missing legs and a claw.
Will they have new ones next molt?
Do they need any addatives in the water to help them form new shells?
Any advice on crabs is appreciated.

 

[reefkprz]

Good calcium levels are important, it may take a few molts for the appendages to start to regrow.

 

[myrtle beach]

thanks

 

[shogun323]

Originally Posted by Myrtle Beach
I recently got a emerald and sally lightfoot crab. They are missing legs and a claw.
Will they have new ones next molt?
Do they need any addatives in the water to help them form new shells?
Any advice on crabs is appreciated.
Perhaps a tankmate is gettin at 'em. What are your other inhabitants?

 

[myrtle beach]

I just purchased them and then noticed it, they are healthy though and tank mates are all nice guys, friendly and not enough time to do any real damage.
Emerald crab is missing two legs on one side, eating and doing well though.
Sally light foot is missing one leg and one claw on one side, but again he's all over the place and seems happy.
Thanks for your concern.