Arrow Crab (Stenorhynchus seticornis)
Invertebrate in the family Inachidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe with Caution.
Quick facts
Scientific nameStenorhynchus seticornis
FamilyInachidae
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyReef Safe with Caution
TemperamentSemi Aggressive
Minimum tank size30 gallons
Water parametersTemperature: 72-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.02-1.025
Diet and feeding
Omnivorous scavengers that feed on detritus, small crustaceans, and leftover food. Supplement with sinking pellets, frozen mysis shrimp, and meaty foods 2–3 times weekly.
Origin and habitat
Western Atlantic, from Florida and the Bahamas south to Brazil, including the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea.
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