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Electric blue hermit crab
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Electric blue hermit crab

Calcinus elegans

InvertebratesSaltwater

Care level
Easy
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Reef safe
Yes
Minimum tank
80 L
Maximum size
4 cm
Temperature
24–27 °C
pH
8–8.4
Diet
Omnivore

Best not combined with

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Values are mainstream hobbyist guidance, not gospel — always watch what your own animals need.

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