Emeral crab
$20.00
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Emeral crab
$20.00
Looking for a natural algae-eating cleanup crew member with personality? Emerald Crabs are one of the most popular reef-safe crabs for helping control nuisance algae, including bubble algae, while adding movement and character to your aquarium.
These hardy scavengers spend their day climbing through rockwork and picking at algae, leftover food, and detritus. Their bright green coloration and quirky behavior make them a fun addition to reef tanks of all sizes.
Care Requirements
- Temperament: Peaceful
- Reef Safe: Generally yes
- Diet: Algae, detritus, leftover food
- Minimum Tank Size: 20 Gallons
- Care Level: Easy
- Compatibility: Great for most reef aquariums
Notes
- Excellent member of a clean-up crew
- May help control bubble algae naturally
- Supplement feeding recommended in very clean systems
- Like all crabs, larger individuals may opportunistically grab weak or slow-moving livestock if underfed
All livestock at Albertan Reef is carefully observed and acclimated before sale to help ensure healthy, active arrivals.