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Emerald Crabs
Difficulty: Easy
Temperament: Peaceful
Latin Name: Mithraculus sculptus
Common Name: Emerald Crab
Full Size: 1.5"
Reef Safe: Yes
Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallon
Foods: Algae, Meaty Foods
Description:
These small crabs are favorite with hobbyists looking for a critter to control hair algae. They are opportunistic feeders like all crabs, so if grazing isn't available they should be target fed to keep them from bothering corals or other tank mates.
Maintaining optimal calcium and trace elements levels are crucial for growth and longevity.
Temperament: Peaceful
Latin Name: Mithraculus sculptus
Common Name: Emerald Crab
Full Size: 1.5"
Reef Safe: Yes
Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallon
Foods: Algae, Meaty Foods
Description:
These small crabs are favorite with hobbyists looking for a critter to control hair algae. They are opportunistic feeders like all crabs, so if grazing isn't available they should be target fed to keep them from bothering corals or other tank mates.
Maintaining optimal calcium and trace elements levels are crucial for growth and longevity.