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Emerald Crab
$9.99The Emerald Crab, also known as the Mithrax Crab, is a popular saltwater aquarium crab species. As its name suggests, it has a bright green coloration that makes it stand out in a tank. It has a compact, flattened body with two large front claws that it uses to scavenge for food and defend itself from predators. These Crabs are generally peaceful and can be kept with a variety of other marine species, but they may become aggressive towards other crabs or invertebrates if they feel threatened or if food is scarce. They are known for their ability to eat algae and detritus, making them popular among aquarists for their role in keeping tanks clean. In the wild, Emerald Crabs can be found in the intertidal zone of rocky reefs and tide pools in the Indo-Pacific region. They are nocturnal and will often hide during the day, so providing plenty of hiding places in the aquarium is important for their well-being.
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Kuekenthal’s Cleaner Shrimp
$49.99Kuekenthal’s Cleaner Shrimp, also known as the Skunk Cleaner Shrimp, is a species of shrimp that belongs to the family Hippolytidae. They are popular in the aquarium trade for their bright colors and their ability to clean parasites and dead tissue off of fish. They are native to the Indo-Pacific region, including the Red Sea, and can be found in a variety of habitats such as coral reefs and rocky areas. They Shrimp have a distinctive appearance with their white body and two wide, bold, red bands that run down their back. They also have long white antennae and pincers that are used for cleaning. They are peaceful and social creatures that can be kept in groups in a home aquarium, and they are generally hardy and easy to care for. In the wild, Kuekenthal’s Cleaner Shrimp have a symbiotic relationship with larger fish, such as groupers and wrasses, who allow the shrimp to clean them in exchange for protection. In captivity, they can be fed a variety of foods, including small pieces of shrimp, fish, and pellets. Overall, Kuekenthal’s Cleaner Shrimp are a popular and beneficial addition to a reef or marine aquarium.
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Halloween Hermit Crab
$12.99The Halloween Hermit Crab (Ciliopagurus strigatus) is a species of marine hermit crab with a striking orange and black coloration, hence its name. It is a peaceful scavenger and is useful in keeping the aquarium clean of detritus and algae. These Crabs are relatively small, reaching a maximum size of about 1.5 inches in diameter, and are typically found in the shallow waters of the Caribbean and Western Atlantic. They are opportunistic scavengers and will consume a wide variety of foods, including meaty and vegetable-based items. In the aquarium, Halloween Hermit Crabs will require plenty of hiding places such as live rock, as well as a sand substrate for burrowing. They can coexist with other peaceful aquarium inhabitants, but may sometimes show aggression towards other hermit crabs or snails if resources are scarce.