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Common name: boxer crab. This small crab has a cream color with reddish spots. It has a small anemone on each claw that it uses solely for defense. This crab is capable of propagating an anemone.

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Data sheet

Delivery price Europe
Fixed price €29 - Offered starting from €249 of living*
Minimum order amount for live products
50€ excluding shipping costs. For the well-being of the animals, do not make them travel alone.
Approximate size
1.5 cm
Maintenance
Medium
Temperament
Neither peaceful nor aggressive
Food
Detritivore
Reef compatibility
Compatible
Recommended number
Several individuals
Price according to size
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Delivery date
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Package information for the winter period
A hole is made in the cardboard to supply the chemical heater with oxygen.

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Lybia tesselata – Pom-Pom Boxer Crab for Reef Aquarium

Lybia tesselata, also known as the boxer crab or pom-pom crab, is a fascinating small crustacean native to tropical reefs. It is recognizable by its creamy color speckled with reddish spots, but most notably by the characteristic presence of two small anemones that it holds at the end of its claws.

An Original and Peaceful Behavior

This crab uses its anemones not to hunt, but solely for self-defense. This passive protection strategy makes it a unique and appreciated inhabitant in reef aquariums. It is harmless to corals and other invertebrates. This discreet specimen prefers rocky areas and nooks where it can hide during the day.

In captivity, Lybia tesselata may sometimes lose one of its anemones, particularly during transport. This is absolutely not problematic: it is capable of propagating the second anemone to replace it within a few weeks, a rare and fascinating behavior.

Maintenance Conditions

  • Recommended minimum volume: 30 liters
  • Temperature: between 23°C and 27°C
  • pH: 8.0 to 8.4
  • Activity: nocturnal and discreet
  • Compatibility: perfect with corals, invertebrates, and peaceful fish

An Ideal Crab for Reef Enthusiasts

Its peaceful behavior, ability to propagate anemones, and astonishing appearance make Lybia tesselata a unique crustacean to observe. It does not require specific care but will appreciate an aquarium with plenty of natural hiding spots and moderate water flow.

It can coexist with most reef aquarium inhabitants, except for overly large or aggressive predators that could disturb its tranquility.

Why Choose Lybia tesselata?

  • Original and peaceful crab
  • Uses anemones for defense
  • Reef compatible, ideal for aquariums with corals
  • Unique behavior: anemone propagation
  • Adds life and movement to rocky areas

Lybia tesselata is much more than just a crab: it is a living gem that offers a discreet yet captivating spectacle while contributing to the biological balance of your reef aquarium.

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