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Old 02-16-2008, 08:30 AM   #1 (permalink)
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I think it is an acro crab but I would like to see what others think...here are a couple of pics...










Keep or send to the sump?
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Old 02-16-2008, 08:46 AM   #2 (permalink)
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hes a cute litle guy, keep him


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Old 02-16-2008, 08:51 AM   #3 (permalink)
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I'm pretty sure it's an acro crab but if you're concerned, put it in the sump


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When in doubt, off to the sump>>>>>>
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I don't like crabs period. (at least in my tank)

esp. hitchhikers.

If you want to keep him, the sump is place for him to go.


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Its a acro crab it helps to keep the acros clean and will fight to defend it from nipping fish its their job Never toss them..


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That definitely an acro crab. It's a very good thing and will die quickly away from an SPS

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I think Im going to have to buy one of those. Very pretty.


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Old 02-16-2008, 12:22 PM   #10 (permalink)
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Leave him with his acro! They are way cool!!!


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