Emerald Crab Lobsters

Emerald Crab LobstersEmerald Crab Mithraculus sculptus Care: Beginner Diet: Omnivorous Light: Medium Place of origin: Caribbean Temperature: Tropical: 22 28 deg C (72 82 deg F) Water Parameters: SG: 1. 020 1. 025, pH: 8. 1 8. 4 This species is different to most crabs as it is primarily herbivorous. An excellent addition to a mature tank with plenty of live rock for grazing. This crab is usually purchased as part of a clean up crew but will still require supplementary

so stocking order and tank mate choice are important

making it a popular choice among both novice and experienced reef keepers

yellow rear body and trailing thread-like dorsal fin extension

It should be kept away from sudden lighting changes

They are best kept with robust

Marshall Island Wrasse - These beautifully coloured fish are are relatively simple to care for but will require a large enough tank to suit their active nature and size

The aquarium should be mature

with larger aquariums strongly preferred for long-term success

Emperor Angel : J - The most widespread angelfish

Purple Tangs are usually found around coral-rich reefs

Due to its size

Mainly deep in the Aliwal Shoal and more shallow in coral regions