{"title":"Crabs","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFully quarantined reef-safe invertebrates, held for six weeks in a fishless system.\u003c\/h2\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"emerald-crab","title":"Emerald Crab","description":"\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAbout:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Emerald Crab is a popular cleanup crew invertebrate prized for its ability to graze nuisance algae, particularly bubble algae (\u003cem data-start=\"143\" data-end=\"152\"\u003eValonia\u003c\/em\u003e spp.). Recognized by its bright green body and flattened claws, this active crab spends its day climbing through rockwork in search of algae, detritus, and leftover food. Its hardworking nature and algae-eating abilities make it a valuable addition to many reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCare Facts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dderex\" data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"478\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"467\"\u003eDifficulty Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"198h7jr\" data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"508\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"497\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kw2vsu\" data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"540\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"525\"\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e With Caution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g1rag7\" data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"578\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"543\" data-end=\"565\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 Gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"t3wuqt\" data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"601\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"590\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n9hqj0\" data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"632\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"619\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"r3tvg7\" data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"677\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"646\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caribbean \u0026amp; Western Atlantic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qst1sh\" data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"705\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"693\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 years\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Reef Shield Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48528208789696,"sku":"EMERALD","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/9896\/2624\/files\/Emerald_Crab.jpg?v=1782859874"},{"product_id":"pom-pom-crab","title":"Pom Pom Crab","description":"\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAbout:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Pom Pom Crab is one of the most fascinating and entertaining invertebrates in the marine aquarium hobby. Named for the tiny anemones it carries in its claws, this miniature crab uses its \"pom poms\" for both defense and feeding, creating one of the most unique symbiotic relationships found in reef aquariums. Peaceful, nocturnal, and full of personality, the Pom Pom Crab is a favorite addition to nano and community reef systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCare Facts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dderex\" data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"499\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"488\"\u003eDifficulty Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"198h7jr\" data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"529\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"518\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zpauu0\" data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"552\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"532\" data-end=\"546\"\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1u8i4n8\" data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"590\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"555\" data-end=\"577\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 Gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"t3wuqt\" data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"613\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"593\" data-end=\"602\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"171z1lu\" data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"640\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"631\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4reaj4\" data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"669\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"654\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indo-Pacific\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qst1sh\" data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"697\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"685\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 years\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Reef Shield Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48528212820160,"sku":"POMPOM","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/9896\/2624\/files\/Pom_Pom_Crab.jpg?v=1782859874"},{"product_id":"porcelain-anenome-crab","title":"Porcelain Anenome Crab","description":"\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAbout:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Porcelain Anemone Crab is a beautiful filter-feeding crab prized for its striking white body covered in colorful blue, purple, or orange spots. Often found living among the tentacles of sea anemones, this peaceful invertebrate uses delicate fan-like appendages to capture plankton and suspended food from the water. Its unique appearance, fascinating feeding behavior, and symbiotic lifestyle make it a standout addition to reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCare Facts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1n12ili\" data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"512\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"497\"\u003eDifficulty Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"198h7jr\" data-start=\"513\" data-end=\"542\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"531\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zpauu0\" data-start=\"543\" data-end=\"565\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"545\" data-end=\"559\"\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g1rag7\" data-start=\"566\" data-end=\"603\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"590\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 Gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3wqzdr\" data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"642\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"615\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Filter Feeder \/ Omnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wygw8n\" data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"671\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"660\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4reaj4\" data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"700\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"685\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indo-Pacific\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mumh5d\" data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"728\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"716\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 years\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Reef Shield Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48528215212224,"sku":"PORCELAIN","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/9896\/2624\/files\/Porcelain_Anenome_Crab.jpg?v=1782859874"},{"product_id":"arrow-crab","title":"Arrow Crab","description":"\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAbout:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Arrow Crab is one of the most unusual-looking invertebrates in the marine aquarium hobby, recognized by its long, spider-like legs and pointed triangular body. Constantly roaming the rockwork in search of food, this active scavenger helps consume detritus, bristle worms, and other small invertebrates. Its unique appearance and beneficial cleanup habits make it an interesting addition to larger marine aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCare Facts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dderex\" data-start=\"449\" data-end=\"483\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"472\"\u003eDifficulty Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dt4rex\" data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"520\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"502\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kw2vsu\" data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"552\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"537\"\u003eReef Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e With Caution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"f9ihxi\" data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"590\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"555\" data-end=\"577\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 Gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qoa0gn\" data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"614\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"593\" data-end=\"602\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"m0vgwg\" data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"654\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"632\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"r3tvg7\" data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"699\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"668\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caribbean \u0026amp; Western Atlantic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qst1sh\" data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"727\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"715\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 years\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Reef Shield Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48528217243840,"sku":"ARROW","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/9896\/2624\/files\/Arrow_Crab.jpg?v=1782859874"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/9896\/2624\/collections\/ChatGPT_Image_Apr_27_2026_09_45_52_AM_6ddc2dee-c9cd-4428-aece-2acadcf9c347.jpg?v=1777310149","url":"https:\/\/reefshieldaquatics.com\/collections\/snails-copy.oembed","provider":"Reef Shield Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}