Pink & Green Cucumber
Pink & Green Cucumber
**Pink & Green Cucumber: A Colorful Addition to Your Reef**
The Pink & Green Cucumber is an enchanting and functional addition for any reef aquarium enthusiast looking to enhance their tank's diversity and health. With its vibrant, eye-catching hues of soft pink and lively green, this sea cucumber not only adds a splash of color but also serves as an essential member of your tank's cleanup crew.
**Care Level & Requirements**
- **Care Level:** Moderate
- **Temperament:** Peaceful
- **Minimum Tank Size:** 50+ gallons
- **Diet:** Detritivore - thrives on detritus and organic matter
- **Reef Safe:** Yes
**Water Parameters:**
To ensure the Pink & Green Cucumber thrives, maintain stable water parameters: a temperature of 72-78°F, pH of 8.1-8.4, salinity of 1.023-1.025, and alkalinity of 8-12 dKH. Regular water changes and a mature, established tank are essential to provide the organic matter these cucumbers feed on.
**Compatibility & Placement**
When it comes to compatibility, the Pink & Green Cucumber is exceptionally peaceful and safe for reef tanks. It coexists harmoniously with fish, corals, and other invertebrates, making it an ideal choice for a diverse aquatic community. Its non-aggressive nature ensures it won't disturb other inhabitants, and its role in consuming detritus helps maintain a clean and healthy environment for all.
**Feeding & Maintenance**
The Pink & Green Cucumber is a natural scavenger, feeding on detritus and decomposing organic materials found in the substrate. This makes them low-maintenance and eco-friendly, as they help keep the tank clean naturally. Ensure there is sufficient detritus available, or supplement their diet with sinking pellets designed for filter feeders if necessary.
**What to Expect**
Introduce a Pink & Green Cucumber to your aquarium, and you'll witness an intriguing creature at work, contributing to the balance and cleanliness of your aquatic environment. Its mesmerizing colors and gentle demeanor make it a captivating presence, delightful for both novice and experienced hobbyists alike.
Elevate your reef tank's beauty and functionality by adding the Pink & Green Cucumber today—nature's own little helper with a splash of charm!
Feeding & Diet
Feeding & Diet
An opportunistic omnivore, the Pithos Crab will scavenge detritus, uneaten food, and algae — making it a natural cleanup crew member. Supplement with small meaty foods like mysis shrimp or pellets 2–3x per week if natural food sources are limited.
Care & Water Parameters
Care & Water Parameters
The Pithos Crab thrives in stable, well-maintained reef conditions. Target parameters: temperature 72–78°F, salinity 1.025–1.026 SG, pH 8.1–8.4, and alkalinity 8–12 dKH. A mature, established tank of at least 20 gallons is recommended.
Reef & Tank Compatibility
Reef & Tank Compatibility
Generally considered reef-safe. The Pithos Crab coexists well with most corals and peaceful fish. Use caution with very small invertebrates or slow-moving tankmates. Provide ample rockwork and hiding spots to reduce territorial behavior.
Size & Growth
Size & Growth
Pithos Crabs are typically shipped at 0.5–1.5 inches. They are slow-growing and generally remain small, making them well-suited for nano and mid-size reef systems.
Shipping & Live Arrival Guarantee
Shipping & Live Arrival Guarantee
All livestock ships with heat or cold packs as needed and is packaged for safe transit. We stand behind a live arrival guarantee — if your animal arrives DOA, contact us within 2 hours of delivery with a clear photo. See our full DOA policy for claim details.
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