Clinging Crab

Native to the reefs of the western atlantic coast this crab is nocturnal and hides in caves and amongst rubble during the day. In the home aquarium, this member of the Majidae family requires a well-established aquarium with plenty of rockwork and hiding places.

Common Name(s): Clinging Crab, Red-ridged Clinging Crab
Scientific/Other Name(s) : Mithrax forceps
Care Level : Easy
Maximum Size: 1.5"
Temperament / Behavior:Semi-aggressive
Feeding Requirements: Omnivore. Supplement the crabs diet with dried seaweed and chopped meaty foods, such as shrimp, as well as a quality pellet fish food.

Other Comments:

Native to the reefs of the western atlantic coast this crab is nocturnal and hides in caves and amongst rubble during the day. In the home aquarium, this member of the Majidae family requires a well-established aquarium with plenty of rockwork and hiding places.

Once familiar with its surroundings, the Clinging Crab will venture out of hiding during the day to forage on algae and any uneaten meaty foods whilst clinging tightly to the rock while feasting. Make sure the crab is given enough food as otherwise, this crab and indeed many other crabs will turn to invertebrates, or small fish for a food source.

These rose-coloured crabs are similar to Emerald Crabs in shape and habits. .

Like other invertebrates, they do not tolerate copper-based medications or fluctuating water parameters.