Shrimp and small community
The Thai Micro Crab is a true freshwater aquatic crab. Unlike many other crabs, it does not need any terra firma on which to live. With a maximum shell length of 1cm, they are truly Micro. They thrive in the same conditions as many of the dwarf shrimps and are ideal for Nano aquariums. They enjoy a densely planted tank, preferrably with some surface plants as they like to live in the root systems.
They are a peaceful crab but they are practically defenseless which means that tank mates should be chosens wisely!
Species – Thai Micro Aquatic Spider Crab - Limnopilos naiyanetri
Current Size – 1cm
Adult Length – 1cm
Temperature Range – 22– 27°C
pH Range – 6.5 – 7.0
Special Requirements - They are really really small!!
Tanks Mates and Compatibility – These little crabs will fall prey to anything larger than a small tetra so choose tank mates carefully. They are ideal with shrimps and micro rasbora.
Feeding – Like all crabs, they are a scavenger so will clean up pretty much anything but they only have a small appetite.
We recommend:
Please note – Some images used are library photos and will show the colour potential at a fully mature size, as our fish are juveniles they may vary.
We always aim to supply the fish as close to the purchase size as possible. On rare occasions if this is not possible we will contact you.
The fish are selected at random however you are welcome to make a note on the order and the fish manager will do his best for you, requests are dependent on stock at the time of your order.
