Polkadotted Hermit Crab (Phimochirus operculatus)

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Polkadotted Hermit Crab

Phimochirus operculatus

76 Litres (20 US G.)

1.3-2.5cm (0.5-1 ")

pH

8.2 - 8.4

22.2-25.6°C (72 -78 °F)

8-12 °d

1:1 M:F

Herbivore
Other (See article)

3-5 years





Alternative names

unknown

Sexing

Requires close examination

Tank compatibility

Will not bother fish tankmates, but may prey on snails for their shells.

Diet

Will eat many kinds of algae, including red slime algae. If there's not enough algae present, supplement with dried seaweed.

Feeding regime

Daily.

Environment Specifics

Reef tank.

Behaviour

Peaceful.

Identification

A small hermit. Right claw is greatly enlarged. Base is maroon to orange with white polka dots. Pincer is white. When withdrawn inside shell, the wide pincer covers opening entirely and resembles a turbo snail.

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