Crab Hitchhikers

StartMeUp · Nov 18, 2019

I had 2 hitchhikers on live rock, largest being dime size. Very shy, rarely come out of the rock. I identified them as Mithraculus forceps. Has anyone had experience with these?

Lovemyreef2015 · Nov 18, 2019

I don't have any experience with that Species. I know that all crabs are Opportunistic and it's hit or miss with even ones considered reef safe. So I think it's more of if you want to take a chance or not. Just my opinion

ScottR · Nov 18, 2019

StartMeUp said:
I had 2 hitchhikers on live rock, largest being dime size. Very shy, rarely come out of the rock. I identified them as Mithraculus forceps. Has anyone had experience with these?

Almost looks..... edible! Mind you, I would never eat anything from my tank. But goodness, I have changed my mind. And he seems to be missing a leg. Someone had a nice treat.

eschaton · Nov 18, 2019

IMHO all crabs belong in the sump, just to be safe. They'll be able to get enough of a meal down there picking detritus.

StartMeUp · Nov 18, 2019

ScottR said:
Almost looks..... edible! Mind you, I would never eat anything from my tank. But goodness, I have changed my mind. And he seems to be missing a leg. Someone had a nice treat.

I found the photo online. Here’s mine peeking out.