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Brackish Hermit Crabs (Clibanarius cf. longitarsus), are found throughout the mudflats, mangrove and estuary systems of Indonesia. These crabs make great scavengers, algae eaters, and detritivores for brackish aquariums. We keep them at salinity of 5-10ppt using marine salt.
The Purple Arm Vampire Crab is a vibrantly colored species of small, primarily terrestrial crab found on the island of Java, Indonesia. Like all Vampire Crab species in the genus Geosesarma they are cryptic invertebrates that typically inhabit humid rainforest close to small streams or seasonally flooded areas among dense vegetation. A social species, they do well in groups provided they are offered plenty of cover and space for territory. Geosesarma crabs have a unique breeding strategy with eggs developing directly into fully formed tiny crabs, which the female will carry on her back for some time after hatching. Although Vampire Crabs have a reputation for being difficult as long as a suitable habitat is provided (including plenty of clean, filtered or moving fresh water) they will thrive and even reproduce in captivity. The Purple Vampire or Purple Arm Vampire Crab is one of the more colorful species in the genus.
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The Panther Crab is a unique aquatic crab species native to Lake Matano and the surrounding waters in Indonesia, named for its striking spotted pattern similar to those found in big cats of the subfamily Pantherinae. In the wild, they are typically found in shoreline areas among rocks, driftwood, or submerged roots. The species is primarily nocturnal and prefers to hide during the day, emerging at night to explore their habitat and seek out food. Hardy and adaptable, the Panther Crab makes a unique aquarium resident and can be successfully kept in groups provided they have plenty of cover and enough tank space to establish territories.
The Blue Dwarf or Mini Blue Crayfish is a selectively bred form of a dwarf species native to parts of the Southeastern United States, where it is found in a wide variety of shallow water habitats. While the wild form of this crustacean is normally an unremarkable grey or brown, the blue color morph is popular in the aquarium hobby due to their color, tiny adult size, and active nature. Ideal for planted or nano aquariums, they are plant and fish safe, and unlikely to harm any tankmates. As a scavenger, they will feed readily on most frozen or prepared sinking diets. This species is hardy and adaptable but will do best and display the most vivid coloration in slightly soft, acidic water.
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The Black Leg Vampire Crab is a small colorful terrestrial crustacean from Indonesia that does well in a semi-aquatic environment. In the wild, they inhabit tropical stream banks and hillsides and are usually found in large groups. In captivity, they require a warm, humid environment with clean moving water. The high contrast orange carapace and black legs make it one of the more striking Geosesarma species.
The Thai Micro Spider Crab (Limnopilos naiyanetri) is a small and highly specialized freshwater crustacean found throughout shallow waters and partially flooded rice fields in Central and Eastern Thailand. In the wild, it tends to inhabit warm, slightly acidic, slow-moving (or still) water, usually in areas of dense vegetation. They are usually found in large groups clinging to floating plants, grasses, or root systems where they use their unique hair-covered claws to filter out tiny food particles from the water. In the aquarium, they make a fascinating addition to a nano invertebrate tank or with select (very small, peaceful) fish tankmates. They prefer heavily planted tanks with plenty of cover and structures, and will do best in slightly soft water. Although they will filter feed and graze on algae or biofilms to to some degree, they should be provided with very small sinking granules or flakes regularly.
The Purple Vampire Crab is a vibrantly colored species of small, primarily terrestrial crab found on the island of Java, Indonesia. Like all Vampire Crab species in the genus Geosesarma they are cryptic invertebrates that typically inhabit humid rainforest close to small streams or seasonally flooded areas among dense vegetation. A social species, they do well in groups provided they are offered plenty of cover and space for territory. Geosesarma crabs have a unique breeding strategy with eggs developing directly into fully formed tiny crabs, which the female will carry on her back for some time after hatching. Although Vampire Crabs have a reputation for being difficult as long as a suitable habitat is provided (including plenty of clean, filtered or moving fresh water) they will thrive and even reproduce in captivity. The Purple or Purple and Yellow Vampire Crab is one of the more colorful species in the genus.
The Mexican Dwarf Orange Crayfish (or CPO as they are sometimes abbreviated in the hobby) is a selectively bred form of a tiny, naturally-occurring dwarf species originating from crater lakes in Central Mexico. While the wild form of this crustacean is normally an unremarkable grey or brown, this form has become extremely popular in the hobby due to its vibrant orange coloration. Ideal for planted or nano aquariums, they are plant and fish safe, and unlikely to harm any tankmates including other invertebrates although individuals may spar over territories. As a scavenger, they will feed readily on most frozen or prepared sinking diets.
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The White Mandarin Vampire Crab (Geosesarma pontianak) is a vibrantly colored species of small, primarily terrestrial crab found in West Kalimantan, Indonesia. Like all Vampire Crab species in the genus Geosesarma they are cryptic invertebrates that typically inhabit humid rainforest close to small streams or seasonally flooded areas among dense vegetation. A social species, they do well in groups provided they are offered plenty of cover and space for territory. Geosesarma crabs have a unique breeding strategy with eggs developing directly into fully formed tiny crabs, which the female will carry on her back for some time after hatching. Although Vampire Crabs have a reputation for being difficult as long as a suitable habitat is provided (including plenty of clean, filtered or moving fresh water) they will thrive and even reproduce in captivity.
The Panda Crab (Lepidothelphusa cf. cognetti) or Panda Ninja Crab is a semi-terrestrial crab endemic to Borneo. These unique crabs are found in Bornean forests amongst rocks and leaf litter near water. They are highly aquatic for a terrestrial crab. A setup with lots of cover and two thirds land to water is optimal for them.
The Red Claw Crab (Perisesarma bidens) is a medium growing crab species requiring brackish water (10-15ppt) for long term success. These somewhat terrestrial crustaceans will appreciate lots of cover in the form of branches, rocks, and caves. The can be kept in groups, but males can be territorial with each other.
The Borneo Blood Red Crab is a uniformly deep red species of Geosesarma (popularly known as Vampire Crabs) found in tropical streamside habitat in Kalimantan Borneo. Like all vampire crabs, they are largely terrestrial crustaceans found throughout several Indonesian islands and will do well in a semi-aquatic habitat. In the wild, they inhabit tropical stream banks and hillsides and are usually found in large groups. In captivity, they require a warm, humid environment with clean moving water. They make ideal and fascinating residents of naturalistic terrariums or paludariums.
A uniquely patterned freshwater dwarf shrimp found throughout much of the Amazon Basin, the Amazon Tiger Shrimp inhabits shallow, warm water habitat typically associated with driftwood and aquatic vegetation and often in large groups. A hardy and peaceful invertebrate in the aquarium, their care requirements are similar to other dwarf shrimp although they will do best in softer, slightly acidic water.
The Rainbow Vampire Crab is one of the more colorful members of its genus, with red legs, yellow eyes, and a yellow-orange carapace. Like all vampire crabs of the genus Geosesarma, they are largely terrestrial crustaceans found throughout several Indonesian islands and will do well in a semi-aquatic habitat. In the wild, they inhabit tropical stream banks and hillsides and are usually found in large groups. In captivity, they require a warm, humid environment with clean moving water. They make ideal and fascinating residents of naturalistic terrariums or paludariums. Geosesarma crabs have a unique breeding strategy with eggs developing directly into fully formed tiny crabs, which the female will carry on her back for some time after hatching.
A unique dwarf freshwater crab found throughout parts of the Indo-Pacific, the Freshwater Pom Pom Crab is named for the small tufts of hair-like bristles that grow on the top of the claws of males. Little is known about their habitat in the wild but they are known to inhabit shallow freshwater coastal streams in rocky areas rich in aquatic vegetation. A peaceful species ideal for nearly any nano aquarium, they are fish and aquatic plant safe and will thrive in a wide variety of conditions. An omnivore, these crabs will readily accept most sinking prepared foods and may graze on filamentous algae in the aquarium.
The Red Devil Crab or Red Claw Vampire Crab is a vibrantly colored species of small, primarily terrestrial crab found on the island of Java, Indonesia. Like all Vampire Crab species in the genus Geosesarma they are cryptic species that typically inhabit humid rainforest close to small streams or seasonally flooded areas among dense vegetation. A social species, they do well in groups provided they are offered plenty of cover and space for territory. Geosesarma crabs have a unique breeding strategy with eggs developing directly into fully formed tiny crabs, which the female will carry on her back for some time after hatching. Although Vampire Crabs have a reputation for being difficult as long as a suitable habitat is provided (including plenty of clean, filtered or moving fresh water) they will thrive and even reproduce in captivity.
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