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Old 10/26/2005, 04:43 PM
Leon602 Leon602 is offline
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Emerald crab

I just read that emerald crabs on a website are known to eat smaller fish. However, I thought they were peaceful. I would love to hear opinion regarding this...
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Old 10/26/2005, 04:45 PM
Dubbin1 Dubbin1 is offline
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I have had 3 and never had a problem with them.
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Old 10/26/2005, 05:01 PM
Willie_6 Willie_6 is offline
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Some people will tell you they are aggressive, but like Dubbin I have 3 of them and never had a problem either. 1 fella in particular is pretty big too, but keeps to himself. I love them!
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Old 10/26/2005, 06:07 PM
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Like almost all crabs they are opportunistic. They are known to prey on small fish, corals, and other inverts. However, that doesn't mean they will in your tank. I certainly don't trust them though.
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Old 10/26/2005, 06:30 PM
Javeo Javeo is offline
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My emerald crab is a monster, but very peaceful. only ever fights with the brittle star over food. I also have a tiny female, same size as one of this guys pincers

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