crabs in coral

[acasden]

I have a birds nest coral with a crab living in it. The crab is camouflaged and is the same color as the coral which is kind of cool, it looks like an emerald but smaller. It does not leave the coral, ever. Is that good or bad? should I try to get it out?

Also, has anybody ever tried to take pictures with an underwater camera in the tank with the pumps off? my son wants to try,

thanks

 

[Anonymous]

I generally leave those little crabs alone as long as no damage is taking place.

 

[mr_X]

i have an acro crab too. they are supposed to be very good for the coral. leave him alone.

 

[acasden]

thanks,

 

[stubbsz]

Well I've had good crabs and bad crabs... both in the same coral one time. You'd be well served to get a picture of him.