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Can a Emerald Crab Live With a Indigo Dottyback, Captive-Bred?

~ Possible with caution

Verdict from our compatibility engine, assuming a typical 90-gallon reef tank. Score: 64/100.

Why

  • Known conflict: Dottybacks (Pseudochromis) hunt small ornamental shrimp

It can work if…

  • Known incompatibility — these species are documented to conflict

Both species at a glance

Emerald Crab

Mithraculus sculptus

Aggression:
peaceful
Reef safe:
caution
Diet:
omnivore

Full Emerald Crab care guide →

Indigo Dottyback, Captive-Bred

Pseudochromis fridmani

Aggression:
semi-aggressive
Min tank:
30 gallons
Reef safe:
safe
Diet:
carnivore

Full Indigo Dottyback, Captive-Bred care guide →

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