Thai Micro Crab
Limnopilos naiyanetri
Water Parameters
About
The smallest aquarium crab in the world, fully aquatic. Filters food from the water like fan shrimp. Fascinating but rarely visible.
Behavior & Temperament
Extremely shy and tiny. Filters particles from the water column with hairs on its feet. Stays hidden among plants and mosses. Fully aquatic.
Feeding
Filter-feeding omnivore - microparticles, biofilm, phytoplankton, powder shrimp food
Breeding
Oviparous. Females carry few large eggs. Reproduction is rare in captivity. Fry are very small and vulnerable.
Care Notes
Requires dense mosses and fine plants for hiding. Supplemental feeding with powdered food. Mature aquarium with abundant biofilm. Light current for feeding.
Compatibility
Compatible with very small, peaceful fish and dwarf shrimp. Incompatible with any fish that could prey on it.
Quick Summary
| Scientific Name | Limnopilos naiyanetri |
|---|---|
| Family | Hymenosomatidae |
| Category | Crustacean |
| Care Level | Intermediate |
| Water Type | Freshwater |
| Max Size | 1.0 cm (0.4") |
| Min Tank | 20 L (5 gal) |
| Min Group | 1+ |
| Diet | Filter-feeding omnivore - microparticles, biofilm, phytoplankton, powder shrimp food |
| Temperament | Extremely shy and tiny. Filters particles from the water column with hairs on its feet. Stays hidden among plants and mosses. Fully aquatic. |
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