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Also known simply as the Red Tip Hermit Crab, this omnivore will scavenge all over your live rock and sand substrate - finding its way into the tightest of spaces - to feed on algae and detritus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other members of this genus, the Red Tip Hermit Crab has claws of equal size and, for this reason, members of this genus are sometimes called \"Equal-handed Hermit Crabs.\" Native to the coastal water surrounding Mexico, the Red Tip has a bright red face and legs. In the home aquarium it does best in saltwater reef or fish-only systems with sand substrates in which they can forage and dig. Its feeding methods also help aerate the sand bed and promote the growth of beneficial bacteria. The Dwarf Red Tip Hermit Crab should ideally be kept in a well-established system with plenty of algae and live rock to graze upon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaking its home in abandoned snail shells of various size and shape, be sure to offer empty shells to accommodate the growth of these small members of the Diogenidae family. Additionally, offer dried seaweed if algae levels are insufficient. Like other invertebrates, care needs to be taken during the acclimation process to prevent pH shock. 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As a voracious scavenger, this omnivore can get into the smallest crevices and openings within live rock to consume nuisance algae including hair algae and cyanobacteria. While doing so, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eClibanarius tricolor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e also helps aerate sand substrate, thereby encouraging growth and activity of beneficial bacteria.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known simply as the Blue Leg Hermit Crab, this member of the Diogenidae family is a colorful and reef-safe addition. Named after its bright and colorful red-banded blue legs, the Blue Leg Hermit Crab has claws of equal size and makes its home in abandoned snail shells. Take note that when the Dwarf Blue Leg Hermit Crab is looking for a new home or if food supplies are insufficient, this minute scavenger may attack snails to obtain the shell for its home or eat the snails for food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplement the diet of the Dwarf Blue Leg Hermit Crab with dried seaweed if insufficient algae are present. Though an efficient scavenger, and due to its small size, the Dwarf Blue Leg Hermit Crabs should be kept in groups for larger aquarium systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Purchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1\/4\" to 3\/4\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LiveAquaria","offers":[{"title":"5 Pack","offer_id":48283017445619,"sku":"114078","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Pack","offer_id":48508507062515,"sku":"114079","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 Pack","offer_id":48508507095283,"sku":"114080","price":55.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Pack","offer_id":48508507128051,"sku":"112230","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/9497\/1635\/files\/lg_80012_Dwarf_Blue_Leg_Hermit-2.jpg?v=1766611430"},{"product_id":"scarlet-reef-hermit-crabs","title":"Scarlet Reef Hermit Crabs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is easy to see why the Scarlet Reef Hermit Crab is one of the most popular reef maintenance animals. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePaguristes cadenati\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is very hardy and requires minimal care in a well-established system. More importantly, however, these small hermit crabs have a voracious appetite for detritus and algae. In fact, they are particularly fond of nuisance algae of the filamentous, hair, and slime varieties, as well as cyanobacteria. Finally, unlike some hermit crabs, most Scarlet Reef Hermit Crabs are very peaceful towards their tankmates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as the Red Reef or Red Legged Hermit Crab, the Scarlet Reef Hermit Crab is named for its bright red legs, which are contrasted by their yellow face. Native to the reef faces and coral rubble of the Caribbean and Western Atlantic, these active scavengers can consume large amounts of animal matter and algae. 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It will enthusiastically feed on uneaten meaty foods and many types of nuisance algae. Unlike many other animals, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eMithraculus sculptus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e will eat bubble algae and helps clean your aquarium of these algae. Its distinct, flat shiny green body and hairy legs easily identify the Emerald Crab.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the reefs of the Caribbean, the Emerald Crab is nocturnal and hides in caves and amongst rubble during the day. In the home aquarium, this member of the Majidae family requires a well-established aquarium with plenty of rockwork and hiding places. Once familiar with its surroundings, the Emerald Crab will venture out of hiding during the day to forage on algae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare needs to be taken to ensure an ample supply of food is available for the Emerald Crab. 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In a symbiotic relationship with its host coral, the Trapezia Pocillopora\/Acropora Crab is thought to feed on particulates trapped by the coral polyps, fallen detritus, and the coral's secreted mucus. In turn, the crabs guard the coral from invaders and fend off predators.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe importance of the Trapezia Pocillopora\/Acropora Crab's role within a larger reef ecosystem is just now being recognized. Previously considered by hobbyists to be a coral \"pest,\" the Trapezia Pocillopora\/Acropora Crab may actually improve your success with SPS husbandry. Since the crabs constantly clean and defend their hosts, corals hosting\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTrapezia sp.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehave higher survival rates and stronger growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the home aquarium, they may eat excess meaty food particles that lands on the coral, but won't need to be provided a staple diet. 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