Dardanus guttatus
Dardanus guttatus is the scientific name for a species of marine hermit crab, known for its patterned appearance and commonly found in Indo-Pacific reef habitats.
Placement:
- Requires a large tank (ideally 75+ gallons) due to its size.
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Provide:
- Stable live rock structures for climbing and shelter
- Open sandy substrate for movement
- Secure rockwork to prevent collapse when the crab digs or moves large objects.
Feeding
- Omnivorous scavenger.
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Will consume:
- Detritus
- Algae
- Leftover fish food
- Meaty items like shrimp, mussels, or squid
- Supplement feeding helps reduce aggression and predation.
Aggression
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Moderately aggressive, especially toward:
- Snails (for shells)
- Smaller or weaker inverts
- They may cohabitate with other inverts if well-fed and provided with plenty of spare shells.
- Monitor closely in community tanks.