Halloween (orange leg) Hermit Crab
Halloween (orange leg) Hermit Crab "ciliopargurus strigatus"
The Halloween Hermit Crab, Ciliopagurus strigatus, also known as the striped hermit crab[3] or orange legged hermit crab,[4] is a brightly colored aquatic hermit crab of the family Diogenidae. Besides its ability to routinely clean algae in aquariums, the halloween hermit crab's festive striped coloration also appeals to enthusiasts;[5] it is considered the most brightly colored hermit crab in normal aquarium use.[6]
The halloween hermit crab is commonly found along coral substrates and in the ocean,[7] along sandy areas surrounding reefs, but not typically on top of the reefs themselves,[4] in shallow (less than 50 feet or 15 metres) tropical, coastal waters.[8] It is believed to have originated from the Hawai'ian region[6][9] and is native to the Indo-Pacific region, including the Red Sea.[3] It is very similar in appearance to three other species in the same genus: C. tricolor, C. vakovako and C. galzini, only distinguishable by the color of its striae.[10]
The halloween hermit crab will grow on average to 2 inches (5.1 cm) in length,[3][8] which is fairly large in comparison to other hermit crabs.[6] It has a noticeably flattened pure white shield, approximately .315 inches (8 mm) long.[11] It is a nocturnal species,[3] and has been described as "conspicuous".[11] It lives primarily in empty cone shells,[3] mainly those of snails or tritons.[9] Like other hermit crabs, it wears shells in order to protect itself from predators.[8] Its ocular peduncles and antennae are a solid orange and the antennal flagella are transparent. The corneous has parallel ridges on the palm, with similar ridges on the crabs' dactals (the movable part of their pincers).[7] The halloween hermit crab can live for up to 10 years.[6][8]
The halloween hermit crab is omnivorous[6] and a scavenger,[4] eating nearly anything that appears in its environment,[6] including small animals.[4] It feeds on live and dead animal material,[3] including filamentous algae and detritus.[6] If a halloween hermit crab's shell is too small, it may attack a snail for a larger shell.[9] The halloween hermit crab can eat quickly.[13]
The halloween hermit crab is commonly found along coral substrates and in the ocean,[7] along sandy areas surrounding reefs, but not typically on top of the reefs themselves,[4] in shallow (less than 50 feet or 15 metres) tropical, coastal waters.[8] It is believed to have originated from the Hawai'ian region[6][9] and is native to the Indo-Pacific region, including the Red Sea.[3] It is very similar in appearance to three other species in the same genus: C. tricolor, C. vakovako and C. galzini, only distinguishable by the color of its striae.[10]
The halloween hermit crab will grow on average to 2 inches (5.1 cm) in length,[3][8] which is fairly large in comparison to other hermit crabs.[6] It has a noticeably flattened pure white shield, approximately .315 inches (8 mm) long.[11] It is a nocturnal species,[3] and has been described as "conspicuous".[11] It lives primarily in empty cone shells,[3] mainly those of snails or tritons.[9] Like other hermit crabs, it wears shells in order to protect itself from predators.[8] Its ocular peduncles and antennae are a solid orange and the antennal flagella are transparent. The corneous has parallel ridges on the palm, with similar ridges on the crabs' dactals (the movable part of their pincers).[7] The halloween hermit crab can live for up to 10 years.[6][8]
The halloween hermit crab is omnivorous[6] and a scavenger,[4] eating nearly anything that appears in its environment,[6] including small animals.[4] It feeds on live and dead animal material,[3] including filamentous algae and detritus.[6] If a halloween hermit crab's shell is too small, it may attack a snail for a larger shell.[9] The halloween hermit crab can eat quickly.[13]
Halloween (orange leg) Hermit Crab
"Ciliopargurus strigatus" Large
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"Ciliopargurus strigatus" Large
* Please note: We do not ship. This is available for local pickup or delivery.
$8
Temporarily Out of Stock
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Quick Details:
Scientific Name: Ciliopagurus strigatus
Aquarium Adaptivity Level: Easy
Care Level: Moderate
Aggression Level: Peaceful
Water Conditions:
Reef Compatible: Yes
Life Span:
Family:
Acclimation Date: May 6
Food: We feed a mixture of approx. 85% algae, shrimp, garlic & mussels (approx. 3 times per day).
Aquarium Adaptivity Level: Easy
Care Level: Moderate
Aggression Level: Peaceful
Water Conditions:
Reef Compatible: Yes
Life Span:
Family:
Acclimation Date: May 6
Food: We feed a mixture of approx. 85% algae, shrimp, garlic & mussels (approx. 3 times per day).
Additional Info.:
Care: Please provide extra shells for this crab. It may attack other tank mates for their shell.
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