Purple Vampire Crab

Live FishSKU: PVAM_CRAB

    Same day despatch when ordered before 2pm
    Usually arrives in 2-3 working days
    Orders over £50 sent by next working day courier

Price:
Sale price£17.99

Description

Vampire Crab

The Vampire Crab, is a great choice for anyone looking to keep a distinctive low-maintenance pet in a slightly different than usual aquarium setup. An undescribed species of the genus Geosarma aristocratensis, Vampire Crabs are semi-terrestrial invertebrates that are native to regions of Southeast Asia.

Crabs are a wonderful species to keep in smaller aquaria, and benefit from lots of climbing and hiding places, and thrive in very little water. A large piece of natural wet driftwood sat in around a quarter-full water aquarium makes an ideal habitat for crabs. Vampire crabs are not freshwater dwelling crabs, they are a semi-terrestrial species, so they need to be able to leave the water. A humid aquarium low on water and heavy with basking platforms or rocky outcrops to leave the water is essential. They are also suitable for aqua-terrariums. 

Are Vampire Crabs aggressive?
Yes aggression can be a problem for Vampire Crabs. They are fine and peaceful with their own species, but other species of crab or small fish are at risk of being attacked or eaten. Vampire crabs are not very active however, and will often sit in one place for long periods of time. Best to keep in a species-only habitat, as conditions are unlikely to be suitable for fish.

Do Vampire Crabs need heat?

Vampire crabs do need humidity and heated water yes, but not a direct basking heat lamp source. An area for them to exit the water and bask is recommended, but it does not need to be accompanied by a heat lamp.

Features
Approx. supplied size: 2" / 5cm
Maximum size: 3" / 7cm
Origin: Southeast Asia
Family: Geosesarma
Temperament: Peaceful with own species
Lighting requirement: low
Ideal number kept together: 1+

Water Conditions

Our conditions: pH 7.5, temp 25 °C
Ideal pH: 7.5–8.0
Water flow: low
Temperature: 22–28 °C

Ease of Care
Moderate. Vampire crabs are good escape artists, and will climb cables and filter pipes. Ensure your aquarium have a tight lid to prevent escape. Crabs will often moult their exoskeleton, so be careful not to mistake this for a crab lost. Plenty of hiding spaces for moulting are recommended.

Feeding
Omnivorous, will eat a wide range of foods from grazing on veggy matter and algae to meaty treats such as shrimp and bloodworm. Crabs will benefit from a ready source of calcium to ensure a healthy strong shell.

Breeding
Egg layers. Males are slightly larger with more vibrant coloured claws. Vampire crabs species does not breed readily in home aquaria, although they are commonly bred in captivity. Conditions need to be humid for successul breeding. 

Life Span
Vampire crabs can live 1-2 years in perfect conditions.
Photo is for illustration only - one supplied.

For more information on general fishkeeping and our shipping procedures click here.

vampire crabs

Shipping Cut Off Times

  • In stock orders placed before on working weekdays before 2pm will be despatched on the same working weekday.
  • In stock orders placed on a Saturday before 10am will be despatched on that Saturday.
  • Orders that include pre-order items will be shipped together in total once the pre-order items arrive back in stock using the delivery service chosen at checkout.

None of these cut-offs apply to palletised items, pond plants or fibreglass ponds.

 SERVICE  SPEND  COST
 Packet/Courier items    
 Royal Mail (2-3 days)  £0.00-£49.99 £2.99
 Royal Mail Next Day (1-2 days)  £0.00-£49.99 £4.99
 DPD Local Next Day (1 day)  £0.00-£49.99 £7.99
 DPD Local Saturday  £0.00-£49.99 £14.99
 DPD Local Sunday  £0.00-£49.99 £14.99
 DPD Local Next Day (1 day)  £50 and up FREE
 DPD Local Saturday  £50 and up £9.99
 DPD Local Sunday  £50 and up £9.99
 Pallets (booked in)  aquariums / bulky items  
 Pallets Standard (3-5 days)  - FREE
 Pallets Express (1-2 days)  - £39.99
*EXCLUDED ITEMS  extra delivery fees apply
 Fibreglass Ponds (booked in)    
 Zone 1 (7-10 days)  - £79.99
 Zone 2 (7-14 days)  - £149.99
 Zone 3 (7-21 days)  - £249.99
Pond Plants (direct from grower)
All pond plants (3-10 days) one-off fee regardless of order size/value £5.99


Further delivery information
All delivery services are working day services and do not include delivery on Saturdays and Sundays or public holidays as standard.
Deliveries are usually Monday to Friday only, although some Royal Mail items may be delivered on weekends as standard if the service is available in your area.

Orders over £50 that are under 2kg may be sent by a Royal Mail Tracked 24 service rather than via DPD Local (depending on parcel size).

Orders over £50 delivering to non UK mainland locations may be despatched via a Royal Mail (2-3 days) service rather than an express shipping option.

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