C. Sanderi in bad shape

[Neophyte]

I've had this big girlie for a while. Adult female, nice and plump, healthy, hydrated. She is now on day 4 of being on her back. She is not dead but she's definately dying. The molt is not happening but she's fighting. Think there's anything I can do?

 

[Red Beard]

How long have you had her?

 

[Neophyte]

About 2 years.

 

[Neophyte]

..aaaaaand freezer

 

[Red Beard]

I'll toss one back for the girl.

 

[Anubis77]

Old age possibly. Not much you can do when they get stuck in a molt in that case. I had an imported Ephebopus murinus die in the same way. Tried to cut her out, but it was far too late.

 

[jeryst]

Maybe increase humidity by misting enclosure?

I've read that higher humidity is essential to molting. Dont know how accurate that is, but its worth a try if you have nothing to lose.