Halloween Hermit Crab - Dardanus sp

The Halloween Hermit Crab is a vibrant and beneficial addition to any aquarium. With its striking red and orange hues, this crab is known for scavenging snail shells. Reaching up to 3 inches in size, they thrive in tanks of at least 10 gallons. These peaceful creatures coexist well with other invertebrates, corals, and fish, making them ideal for reef aquariums.

To keep Halloween Hermit Crabs content, provide a tank with ample live rock. They spend their time exploring rocks for leftover food and algae, contributing significantly to the tank's cleanup crew. When their shell becomes too small, they may seek out a larger snail shell.

As omnivores, Halloween Hermit Crabs require a diet rich in both meaty and plant-based foods. Offer them mysis and brine shrimp, nori or marine algae sheets, and high-quality frozen, flake, and pellet foods to ensure their health and happiness.

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about whether the Halloween Hermit Crab is the right fit for your aquarium.

• Color: Red, Orange
  Max Size: 3 inches
  Tank Requirement: 10 Gallons
  Behavior: Peaceful
  Dietary Needs: Omnivore
  Native Region: Hawaii
  Reef Safe: Yes
  Ideal for: Beginners
  Water Parameters: 74-82?F, SG 1.020-1.027, PH 7.9-8.5
  Alternate Name: Orange Leg Hermit Crab

Size Guide: Tiny: Up to 0.75", Small: Over 0.75-1", Small/Medium: Over 1-1.5", Medium: Over 1.5-2", Medium/Large: Over 2-2.5", Large: Over 2.5-3", Extra Large: Over 3-3.5", Extra Extra Large: Over 3.5"