Assorted Yellow Tip Hermit Crab

(Calcinus latens / Clibanarius virescens)

Calcinus Crabs should be added to established aquariums with plenty of rockwork with, cracks, caves and crevices for grazing. Generally can be found in most reef areas. Hermit crabs are good scavengers if insufficient algae exists supplement with algae wafers. Invertebrates do not tolerate copper medications. Calcinus Crabs are great for beginner hobbyists as they are easy to care for and peaceful tank mates. Be sure to provide a variety of different sized shells as crabs grow they will seek a new larger home.

The Assorted Yellow Tip Hermit Crab is also known as the Dwarf Yellow Tip Hermit Crab. Assorted Yellow Tip Hermit Crab are very valuable additions to and aquarium as they help to rid aquariums of nuisance algae and detritus. Commonly seen in the aquarium trade. Assorted Yellow Tip Hermit Crabs have unique coloring with green or black legs with yellow bands. Assorted Yellow Tip Hermit Crabs can grow to 1".

Water conditions: Salinity 1.023 - 1.025 Temp (F) 72 - 78, pH 8.1 - 8.4, Hardness 8 - 12 dKH

  • Care: CareEasyEasy CareModerateModerate
  • Behavior: BehaviorSocialSocial BehaviorAgressiveAgressive
  • Diet: DietLive FoodLive Food DietHerbivoreHerbivore DietFrozen FoodFrozen Food
  • Habitat: HabitatReefReef
  • Light: LightMediumMedium