Can a Blue Leg Hermit Crab Live With a Blue Tang?
~ Possible with cautionVerdict from our compatibility engine, assuming a typical 90-gallon reef tank. Score: 64/100.
Why
- Fully compatible — Blue Leg Hermit Crab is a good fit for this tank
- Schooling species — Blue Tang needs 5+ companions; add at least 4 more
It can work if…
- Upgrade to a larger tank — this species needs more volume
- Social concern — review this species' social requirements before adding
- Schooling species — add at least 4 more companions for best health
Both species at a glance
Blue Leg Hermit Crab
Clibanarius tricolor
- Aggression:
- peaceful
- Min tank:
- 5 gallons
- Reef safe:
- safe
- Diet:
- omnivore
Powder Blue Tang
Acanthurus leucosternon
- Aggression:
- semi-aggressive
- Min tank:
- 180 gallons
- Reef safe:
- safe
- Diet:
- herbivore