Electric Blue Knee Hermit

Calcinus elegans

A busy species that is constantly moving or plucking at rocks or substrate. Will attack, kill and eat snails and wear their shells. Removes food from sessile invertebrates such as corals, sea anemones and soft corals. Provide it with a good supply of empty snail shells of various sizes to accomodate growth.

Will scavenge on most aquarium foods. Prefers meaty items and will prey on many smaller animals.


Size: to 1.5 inches
Area of Collection: Marshall Islands
Reef Suitability: Good

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