Freshwater Spider Crab Care Guide
Limnopilos naiyanetri
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Bioload Score
1000
PeacefulAdvanced
- Max Size
- 1.5 cm / 0.59"
- Temperature
- 22–28°C (72–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 20L (5 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Asia
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
It is an omnivorous micro-predator and scavenger that eats biofilm, tiny invertebrates, algae and finely divided foods.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include adult Neocaridina shrimp, small peaceful snails and very small, calm nano fish such as chili rasboras, although species-only groups are safest.
Good to Know
Limnopilos naiyanetri is often called the Thai micro crab because its tiny body and unusually long, delicate legs give it a spider-like appearance.
Gender Differences
Males usually have a narrower, more pointed abdomen, while females have a broader abdomen and may carry visible eggs.
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