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Can a Emerald Crab Live With a Pinkface Wrasse?

~ Possible with caution

Verdict from our compatibility engine, assuming a typical 90-gallon reef tank. Score: 52/100.

Why

  • Known conflict: Thalassoma wrasses eat ornamental shrimp and small motile inverts

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 →

Pinkface Wrasse

Thalassoma quinquevittatum

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

Full Pinkface Wrasse care guide →

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