anemone crabs coral safe?

Discussion in 'Coral' started by sanchoy, Mar 15, 2009.

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  1. sanchoy

    sanchoy Astrea Snail

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    are anemone hermit crabs coral safe.?

    some people say they and some say they are not.

    I have a 75 gallon, with regular blue leg hermits.. will he eat them?

    thanks
     
    sanchoy, Mar 15, 2009
    sanchoy, Mar 15, 2009
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  2. trelane

    trelane Peppermint Shrimp

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    If they host in the anemone they're fine. If they get confused and host in a coral they are going to damage the coral. Most sellers list 'em as reef safe. Some initial monitoring should be all that's needed so long as there's an anemone.
     
    trelane, Mar 15, 2009
    trelane, Mar 15, 2009
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