Description: Scarlet Hermit Crabs are very hardy and requires minimal care in a well-established system. They have a voracious appetite for detritus and are particularly fond of filamentous, hair, and slime algae, as well as the dreaded cyanobacteria. Also, unlike some hermit crabs, Scarlet Reef Hermit Crabs are very peaceful towards their tankmates. Native to the reef faces and coral rubble of the Caribbean, these active scavengers can consume large amounts of animal matter and algae. The Scarlet Reef Crab will only grow to an adult size of 1-1/2" in length.

Diet and Feeding: Besides keeping your tank immaculate while it feeds, if algae levels are insufficient supplement their diet with dried seaweed called Nori, algae pellets, or algae waffers. As with all invertebrates, they do not tolerate copper-based medications and extreme fluctuations in water parameters.

Reef Compatability: Excellent will not harm inverts or corals

Level of Care: Easy