Name: Green Porcelain Crab (Petrolisthes armatus)Origin: Atlantic Ocean
+ Benefits to the Aquarium
Green porcelain crabs will filter feed excessive nutrients from the water column and will also consume solid detritus.
+ Interesting Facts
These porcelain crabs are a basic version of the more popular spotted porcelain, but are nonetheless just as exquisite and interesting to observe. They have a pair of feather-like feeders that are positioned on either side of their mouth and are used to filter out nutrients and plankton from the water column in a constant swiping motion. Their mouths are bright neon blue.
+ Diet & Feeding
Filter Feeder, algae, detritus. Self sufficient on naturally occurring food; no target feeding is required.
+ Reef Compatibility
Completely safe with all corals and invertebrates
Size & Color: 1-2 inches; green, brown
Care Level: Very Easy
Availability: Frequently available year-roundRecommendation: Keep in groups