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Its special fondness for Valonia, or \"bubble algae,\" has made it a hero in the reef-keeping community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond its incredible janitorial skills, the Emerald Crab is a fascinating creature to observe. Watch as it navigates complex rockwork, forages for its next meal, and interacts with its environment. It's a peaceful and valuable addition that contributes to a healthier, more balanced, and visually pristine marine ecosystem right in your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpert Algae Eater:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRelentlessly consumes nuisance algae, including bubble algae, hair algae, and some cyanobacteria.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Reef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGenerally safe with corals, anemones, and other invertebrates, focusing its attention on algae, not your prized possessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy \u0026amp; Easy to Care For:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA resilient invertebrate that adapts well to a wide range of established reef tank conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive \u0026amp; Entertaining:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAdds a dynamic element to your aquarium with its active foraging and interesting behaviors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for Clean-Up Crews:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAn essential component of any effective reef tank \"clean-up crew,\" working alongside snails and shrimp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare \u0026amp; Keeping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA minimum of a 10-gallon tank is recommended. Provide plenty of live rock with caves and crevices for hiding and grazing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe Emerald Crab is a scavenger that will primarily feed on algae present in the aquarium. If algae is scarce, supplement its diet with dried seaweed (nori), pellets, or small meaty foods like mysis shrimp to ensure it remains well-fed and peaceful.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe Emerald Crab is peaceful towards most tank mates. However, like any scavenger, it can be opportunistic if not well-fed. It should not be housed with large, predatory fish that may see it as a meal, such as triggerfish or puffers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"FRAG FARM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45302519529516,"sku":null,"price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/8192\/3884\/files\/ec.jpg?v=1771387352"},{"product_id":"mexican-turbo-snails","title":"Mexican Turbo snails)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurbo Snails (AKA Mexican Turbo snails) are known for their impressive cleaning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eabilities in reef tanks. These small herbivore snails work diligently at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/worldwidecorals.com\/collections\/saltwater-invert-packs\/products\/algae-eater-invert-pack\" title=\"removing algae\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eremoving algae\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003efrom both aquarium glass and rock aquascape. In their quest for algae, Turbo Snails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehave a tendency to be a bit of a bulldozer, sometimes knocking over lighter rocks or\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecoral frags as they move.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FRAG FARM","offers":[{"title":"3 Lot","offer_id":45302682353708,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 Lot","offer_id":45302682386476,"sku":null,"price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 Lot","offer_id":45302682419244,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/8192\/3884\/files\/mexicanturbosnail__50691.jpg?v=1771388674"},{"product_id":"sand-sifting-starfish-reef-safe","title":"Sand Sifting Starfish 'Reef Safe'","description":"\u003ch2\u003eReef Safe Sand Sifting Starfish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Archaster typicus)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a natural way to keep your aquarium substrate clean and healthy? The \u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe Sand Sifting Starfish\u003c\/strong\u003e is your tank’s built-in cleaning crew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌊 Why You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Sand Cleaner\u003c\/strong\u003e – Constantly sifts through sand, consuming detritus, leftover food, and organic waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReef Safe\u003c\/strong\u003e – Compatible with reef aquariums; safe around corals and most invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImproves Water Quality\u003c\/strong\u003e – Helps reduce nutrient buildup that can lead to algae problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive \u0026amp; Fascinating\u003c\/strong\u003e – A hardworking and captivating addition to any marine setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🐚 Ideal Tank Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTank Size: 20+ gallons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubstrate: Fine to medium sand bed (2–3 inches recommended)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiet: Naturally feeds on detritus and microfauna in established sand beds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperament: Peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✨ Perfect For:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablished reef aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHobbyists looking for natural maintenance solutions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSand beds that need regular aeration and cleaning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd beauty, function, and balance to your aquarium with the Reef Safe Sand Sifting Starfish — nature’s solution for a cleaner, healthier reef tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder yours today and let your sand shine!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FRAG FARM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45302685630508,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/8192\/3884\/files\/sandsifter__76900.jpg?v=1771389273"},{"product_id":"black-brittle-starfish","title":"Black Brittle Starfish","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"27\"\u003eBlack Brittle Starfish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"47\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"47\"\u003e(Ophioderma spp.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"275\"\u003eAdd bold contrast and powerful cleanup ability to your reef tank with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"149\"\u003eBlack Brittle Starfish\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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