Quick tropical aquarium fish statistics and photos for the Fiddler Crab, Uca pugnax

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Fiddler Crab

Family:	Ocypodidae
Genus & Species:	Uca pugnax
Common Name:	Fiddler Crab, Mud Fiddlers
Size:	Maximum 1" 1/2 (3.8cm)
Habitat:	North America: Mudflats from Massachusetts to Florida.
Min Tank Size:	Any size, preferably 10 gallon.
Diet:	Detrivore - eats detrius and algae. Sinking algae tablets, freeze dried shrimp, plankton and bloodworms.
Behavior:	Agressive Scavengers.
Water:	Brackish,specific gravity reading of 1.01-1.08, Ph 8.0-8.3, Temperature 75ºF-851ºF (24º- 29ºC), Carbonate Hardness should be 150-350 ppm
Care:	Difficult. Provide sufficient space to prevent aggression.
Communities:	Lives in colonies, may eat small fish.
Suitability:	Species tank, Requires access to air and land.