Porcelain Crab

Porcelain Crabs are among the more unique crustaceans commonly kept in reef aquariums. Unlike many other commonly kept crabs, Porcelain Crabs are primarily filter feeders and can often be seen waving their large, feathery setae around to capture particulate food out of the water column, making up the majority of their diet. These crabs will also scavenge for any pieces of meaty foods when given the opportunity. Due to their thin body shape, Porcelain Crabs will often wedge themselves in tiny holes and crevices in the rockwork for safety during the day. Porcelain Crabs are reef safe and pose no danger to corals.