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The Dwarf Blue Leg Hermit Crab, also known as the Tiny Blue Leg Hermit Crab, is a small, efficient and hardworking addition to any reef aquarium. Its bright blue legs and antenna add a pop of color to the aquarium. As a scavenger, it will diligently search for and consume detritus, uneaten food and algae, helping to keep the tank clean. It is a peaceful species that can be kept in groups, although they may fight over empty shells or for food. It prefers an established aquarium with plenty of hiding places, such as rocks and coral fragments. The Dwarf Blue Leg Hermit Crab is a good candidate for a cleanup crew in a small or nano reef tank. To keep the Dwarf Blue Leg Hermit Crab healthy, it is important to maintain good water quality, provide a varied diet, and offer empty snail shells for it to move into as it grows. It will also benefit from supplements that support the development of its exoskeleton.
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The Dwarf Yellow Tip Hermit Crab, also known as the Yellow Leg Hermit Crab, is a small crustacean commonly found in marine aquariums. It has a bright yellow color on the tips of its legs, which is where it gets its name. These hermit crabs are scavengers and will eat a variety of foods, including algae, detritus, and uneaten food. They are also known for their ability to help keep the aquarium clean by removing debris from the sand and rock. The Dwarf Yellow Tip Hermit Crab is a peaceful creature and is safe to keep with other non-aggressive invertebrates and fish. It requires a well-established aquarium with plenty of hiding places and a variety of food sources. These hermit crabs are known to be proficient climbers and will often climb rocks and other structures in the aquarium. They are also known to be escape artists, so it is important to make sure the aquarium is well secured.
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The Pom Pom Crab, also known as Lybia tessellata, is a small and interesting crustacean that gets its name from the anemones it carries around on its claws that resemble pom poms. These anemones are used for defense against predators and as a food source. These Crabs are known for their unique behavior of carrying anemones in pairs on their claws, one for each claw. They are generally peaceful and do not harm other inhabitants of the aquarium. They are small in size, reaching a maximum of 1-2 inches in length, and can be kept in reef aquariums with plenty of live rock for hiding and grazing on algae. In terms of care, Pom Pom Crabs are relatively hardy and can be fed a diet of meaty foods such as brine shrimp, mysis shrimp, and small pieces of fish or shrimp. They prefer moderate water flow and lighting and require stable water parameters. It is important to ensure that the anemones they carry receive enough light and food to survive. Breeding Pom Pom Crabs is not common in the aquarium hobby, as little is known about their reproductive habits. However, they are often imported from the wild and can be found in most local fish stores.
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Scarlet Reef Hermit Crabs, also known as Red Legged Hermit Crabs, are a popular species of hermit crab often kept in saltwater aquariums. They have bright red or orange legs with a spotted, hairy shell. These crabs are active scavengers and are often seen roaming around the aquarium floor searching for food. They are generally considered to be reef-safe, as they will not harm coral or other invertebrates. However, they may occasionally attack and eat small snails or other small animals, especially if they are hungry. These hermit crabs require a good amount of calcium to maintain healthy shells, so it is important to provide them with a calcium-rich substrate such as crushed coral or aragonite sand. They also prefer a moderate to high water flow and a temperature range of 72-78°F. In terms of feeding, Scarlet Reef Hermit Crabs are omnivores and will eat a variety of foods, including algae, meaty foods, and detritus. They are also known to scavenge for leftover food and debris in the aquarium.
