Emerald Crabs (M/L)

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Invertebrates · Crabs

Emerald Crabs (M/L)

Mithraculus sculptus

$7.50 ~~$9.00~~ Save 17%

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From our species guide

Care at a glance

Care levelEasy
Reef safeYes
TemperamentSemi-aggressivePeaceful if fed; hunger drives it to eat snails, polyps
Temperature72–80 °F
Salinity1.023–1.025 SG
pH8.1–8.4
Min tank20 gallons
Favorite foods
1. Bubble algae
2. Hair algae / film algae
3. Pellets / mysis / nori
Max size2 in (5.1 cm)

In plain words: The Emerald Crab is a small crab that is shiny green, like a jewel. Its back is flat, its legs are a bit hairy, and its claws look like tiny spoons with white tips.

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About the Emerald Crabs (M/L)