Blue Knuckle Hermit Crab - Calicinus elegans

Beautiful Blue Knuckle Hermit Crab (Calicinus elegans) - Live Marine Invertebrate

The Blue Knuckle Hermit Crab (Calicinus elegans) is a stunning marine invertebrate featuring distinctive bright blue claws and legs, making it one of the most visually appealing hermit crabs for reef aquariums while providing excellent algae control.

Blue Knuckle Hermit Crab Features:

• Stunning Blue Claws: Distinctive bright blue coloration on claws and legs creates striking visual appeal
• Reef Safe: Completely safe with corals and other marine invertebrates
• Excellent Algae Eater: Superior algae control that helps maintain clean aquarium surfaces
• Active Behavior: Provides entertaining movement and natural scavenging behaviors
• Hardy Species: Relatively easy to care for and adapts well to aquarium conditions

Reef Aquarium Benefits:

• Superior Cleanup Crew: One of the best algae-eating hermit crabs available
• Scavenger: Eats leftover food and organic debris, improving water quality
• Coral Safe: Won't harm corals or other beneficial invertebrates
• Shell Mobility: Interesting behavior as it changes shells when growing
• Low Maintenance: Requires minimal special care once established

Technical Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Calicinus elegans
• Common Name: Blue Knuckle Hermit Crab
• Weight: 1200 grams shipping weight
• SKU: C4TZHVQBPX
• Vendor: Aquatic Oasis Reefing quality assurance

Perfect For:

Reef aquariums, marine cleanup crews, aquarists seeking colorful invertebrates, and anyone wanting the most effective hermit crabs for algae control with stunning blue coloration.

Care Requirements:

Requires stable marine water conditions, proper acclimation, and a varied diet including algae, marine flakes, and organic debris. Provide empty shells for growth and stable water parameters for optimal health.

Add stunning blue beauty and superior algae control to your reef with this beautiful Blue Knuckle Hermit Crab that delivers exceptional appearance and cleaning performance!