(Clibanarius virescens)

The Emerald Algae Grazer Hermit Crab is a hardworking member of any marine clean-up crew, prized for its strong appetite for hair algae and its constant activity across rockwork and substrate. While algae is its main target, this hermit crab is also a versatile scavenger, helping keep your aquarium cleaner and more balanced.

What It Helps Control

• ✔ Hair algae & filamentous algae

• ✔ Film algae on rocks and glass

• ✔ Detritus and uneaten food

• ✔ Organic waste trapped in crevices

• ✔ Leftover meaty foods from fish feedings

Why Aquarists Love It

• Actively grazes algae throughout the day

• Helps reduce nutrient buildup

• Reef-safe when properly fed

• Small, active, and easy to care for

• Excellent addition to nano and reef tanks