Pom Pom Crab (Boxer Crab)

Pom Pom Crab

Scientific Name: Lybia tessellata

Small Fish Safe: Yes

Invert Safe: Yes

Coral Safe: Yes

Adult Size: Up to 2.5 cm

Diet: Omnivore – uses anemones to capture food particles and scavenges

Why We Like It:

This tiny, elusive crab is famous for carrying miniature anemones in its claws like boxing gloves, waving them to defend itself and collect food. Totally reef-safe and full of personality, Pom Pom Crabs are best kept in peaceful tanks with plenty of rockwork. They’re shy and mostly nocturnal, but worth it for their truly unique behaviour and comical appearance. A perfect oddball for nano and display reefs.