Trapezia Pocillopora Crab

<p>The Trapezia Pocillopora or Acropora Crab is well known for its symbiotic relationship with acropora corals. The crab helps the coral in keeping its branches clean and allowing proper water flow. It feeds on food matter that can be found on the corals. It also guards the coral againts predators and invaders. Higher survival rates and growth rates have been noted in this species. Therefore, it is a good addition to the aquarium. It is of different colors and it can grow up to 1 in. </p>

<p>It is a carnivore mainly subsisting on coral polyps, detritus, and the mucus secreted by corals. </p>

<p>It is native to Indonesia and Maldives.</p>

<div class="caution"> <p>Like most invertebrates, the Acropora Carb does not do well if there are large swings in water parameters. They also do not tolerate any types of metal traces in the water, therefore you should never be in contact with any copper medications. </p> </div> <div class="acclimation_process"> <p> </p> </div>

<div class="caution">Most invertebrates don't like large swings in water parameters and the Acropora Crab is not an exception, so even though most hobbyists do not acclimate their cleaner crews it is suggested to do so. If you have a sump, float your cleaner crew in an area with low light to allow them to temperature acclimate first which should take about 15-20 min. Then it is best to slowly drip acclimate them to allow them to adjust to your water conditions.</div>

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