Halloween Hermit crab

Halloween Hermit Crab

Scientific Name: Ciliopagurus strigatus

Small Fish Safe: Yes

Invert Safe: With caution – may attack snails for shells

Coral Safe: Yes

Adult Size: Up to 6 cm

Diet: Omnivore – eats algae, detritus, and leftover food

Why We Like It:

With vivid orange legs and bold striping, the Halloween Hermit Crab adds a splash of colour to any reef tank. A great scavenger with personality, it helps clean up waste and algae—just be sure to provide plenty of spare shells to prevent it from turning on snails.