{"title":"Inverts","description":"\u003cp\u003eInvertebrates like shrimp, snails, and hermit crabs are the backbone of a healthy reef cleanup crew, helping control algae and keep your tank balanced. Our inverts are shipped with the same care and live arrival guarantee as our fish and coral, so your cleanup crew arrives happy and ready to get to work.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"emerald-crabs","title":"Emerald Crabs","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fbskMG_root markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEmerald Crab\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most popular algae-eating invertebrates used in saltwater reef aquariums. Recognizable by its green coloration and compact body, this active clean-up crew member spends much of its time picking through live rock in search of algae, leftover food, and organic debris.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmerald Crabs are especially popular with reef keepers because of their reputation for eating \u003cstrong\u003ebubble algae (Valonia)\u003c\/strong\u003e. While individual feeding behavior can vary, they can be a valuable part of a diverse \u003cstrong\u003esaltwater aquarium clean-up crew\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEmerald Crab Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eMithraculus sculptus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emerald Crab \/ Emerald Mithrax Crab\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marine Crab \/ Clean-Up Crew\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally Peaceful\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally Reef Safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore \/ Algae Grazer \/ Scavenger\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2–2.5\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Area:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rockwork \u0026amp; Crevices\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 74–80°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.023–1.026 SG\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDo Emerald Crabs Eat Bubble Algae?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmerald Crabs are commonly added to reef aquariums as a \u003cstrong\u003enatural way to help control bubble algae\u003c\/strong\u003e. They may pick individual bubbles from rockwork while grazing and can reach areas that are difficult to clean manually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, not every Emerald Crab will eat bubble algae, and they should not be considered a guaranteed solution to an outbreak. Managing nutrients, removing accessible bubble algae, and maintaining a diverse clean-up crew are still important for long-term control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Do Emerald Crabs Eat?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmerald Crabs are opportunistic omnivores. In addition to nuisance algae, they may consume \u003cstrong\u003efilm algae, leftover fish food, detritus, and other organic material\u003c\/strong\u003e found throughout the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf natural algae becomes limited, supplemental feeding is recommended. Dried marine algae, algae-based sinking foods, pellets, and occasional meaty marine foods can help keep the crab well fed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAre Emerald Crabs Reef Safe?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmerald Crabs are \u003cstrong\u003egenerally considered reef safe\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly when appropriately fed. Most spend their time grazing rockwork rather than bothering healthy corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with many opportunistic crabs, individual behavior can vary. A hungry or larger Emerald Crab may become more likely to investigate other food sources, so adequate feeding is important in very clean reef systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other marine invertebrates, Emerald Crabs are sensitive to rapid changes in salinity and water chemistry. Careful acclimation and stable reef parameters are recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Add an Emerald Crab to Your Clean-Up Crew?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEmerald Crab\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a different style of algae control than snails and hermit crabs. 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Often added to established saltwater aquariums as a natural algae-control option, Pithos Crabs spend much of their time picking at rockwork and searching for algae and leftover food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir ability to graze in areas that snails may overlook makes them an excellent addition to a diverse \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esaltwater aquarium clean-up crew\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, especially when combined with snails, hermit crabs, conchs, and shrimp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePithos Crab Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePitho\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pithos Crab\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Marine Crab \/ Clean-Up Crew\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Easy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generally Peaceful\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generally Reef Safe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Primarily Herbivore \/ Omnivore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Area:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rockwork \u0026amp; Substrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 74–80°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.023–1.026 SG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended pH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Do Pithos Crabs Eat?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePithos Crabs are primarily valued as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ealgae grazers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They spend their time picking at algae growing on live rock and other aquarium surfaces and may also consume leftover food and other organic material they encounter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are commonly sought after by reef keepers dealing with nuisance algae and can be particularly useful as part of a larger clean-up crew where different invertebrates target different areas and food sources.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo clean-up crew animal should be considered a guaranteed solution to a specific algae outbreak. Proper nutrient management, lighting, water quality, and regular aquarium maintenance remain important for long-term algae control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePithos Crabs in a Reef Aquarium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePithos Crabs are generally considered \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereef-safe when appropriately fed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and are commonly kept in aquariums containing corals and other reef invertebrates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProviding plenty of established rockwork gives the crab surfaces to graze and areas to retreat into when it wants shelter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf natural algae becomes limited, supplemental foods such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edried marine algae, algae-based sinking foods, and other appropriate marine foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e can help ensure the crab has enough to eat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike other marine invertebrates, Pithos Crabs are sensitive to rapid changes in salinity and water chemistry. Careful acclimation and stable reef parameters are recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Add a Pithos Crab to Your Clean-Up Crew?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePithos Crab\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an excellent choice for reef keepers looking to add another dedicated algae grazer to their aquarium. Its constant picking behavior complements snails and hermit crabs while adding greater diversity to the clean-up crew.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor aquariums experiencing nuisance algae—or reef keepers simply looking to build a more complete \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereef clean-up crew\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—the Pithos Crab is a useful and interesting addition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePithos Crabs are also included in our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIsland Reef Aquatics Large Invert Pack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which combines multiple algae grazers, scavengers, and sand-bed cleaners into one complete clean-up crew package.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIsland Reef Aquatics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with local pickup in Deltona, Florida and shipping available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Island Reef Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48662507651266,"sku":null,"price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/3354\/5666\/files\/Pithos_Crab_reef_safe_algae_eating_marine_crab_for_saltwater_aquarium_clean_up_crew.png?v=1789424108"},{"product_id":"fighting-conch","title":"Fighting Conch","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFighting Conch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a hardworking, reef-safe marine snail and one of the best clean-up crew options for maintaining a healthy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esaltwater aquarium sand bed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Unlike many snails that primarily graze rockwork and glass, Fighting Conchs spend much of their time moving across and through the substrate in search of algae, detritus, and leftover food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite the intimidating name, Fighting Conchs are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epeaceful scavengers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and do not fight fish, corals, or other typical reef inhabitants. Their unusual appearance, active behavior, and ability to clean areas of the aquarium that many other invertebrates ignore make them an excellent addition to a diverse reef clean-up crew.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFighting Conch Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrombus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \/ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLobatus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fighting Conch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Marine Snail \/ Clean-Up Crew\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Easy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Omnivore \/ Algae Grazer \/ Detritivore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 3–4\" depending on species\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Area:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sand Bed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 74–80°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalinity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.023–1.026 SG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended pH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8.1–8.4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Do Fighting Conchs Eat?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFighting Conchs spend much of their time searching the sand bed for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ealgae, diatoms, detritus, leftover food, and other organic material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir feeding behavior makes them particularly useful in established reef aquariums where debris and algae can accumulate across the substrate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the aquarium has a very clean sand bed or limited natural food, supplemental feeding may be necessary. 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