• Name:

    Strawberry Crab

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  • Family:
  • Species: Crab
  • Scientific Name: Neoliomera pubescens
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Also Know As:

| Red Boxing Crab

General info about Strawberry Crab

The Strawberry Crab or Red Boxing Crab is bright pink in color with numerous white spots. Their claws are blunt and flat that are made for picking up algae. They can grow up to about 5 cm (2 in) wide. They interact harmoniously with other invertebrates in the aquarium and so they are reef safe. 

Strawberry Crab Diet & Nutrition

It is an omnivore that helps in preventing algal bloom in the aquarium. Aside from algae, it can also feed on uneaten food. It is part of the so-called "cleaning crew". In cases of food scarcity, it can be fed with herbivorous and meaty food. 

Strawberry Crab Origin

It originated from the waters of Hawaii. 

Caution with Strawberry Crab

Like most invertebrates, the Strawberry Crab does not do well if there are large swings in water parameters. It also does not tolerate any type of metal traces in the water, therefore, it should never be in contact with any copper medications. 

Acclimating Strawberry Crab

Most invertebrates do not like large swings in water parameters and the Strawberry Crab is not an exception, so even though most hobbyists do not acclimate their cleaner crews it is suggested to do so. If you have a sump, float your cleaner crew in an area with low light to allow them to temperature acclimate first which should take about 15-20 min. Then it is best to slowly drip acclimate them to allow them to adjust to your water conditions.

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Strawberry Crab Crab Neoliomera pubescens

The Strawberry Crab or Red Boxing Crab is bright pink in color with numerous white spots. Their claws are blunt and flat that are made for picking up algae. They can grow up to about 5 cm (2 in) wide. They interact harmoniously with other invertebrates in the aquarium and so they are reef safe. 

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