Breeding and Seed Production of Porcelain Crab (Petrolisthes monodi)

Taxonomy & Classification

• Scientific Name: Petrolisthes monodi
• Kingdom: Animalia
• Phylum: Arthropoda
• Class: Malacostraca
• Order: Decapoda
• Infraorder: Anomura
• Family: Porcellanidae

Ornamental Filter-Feeding Porcelain Crab

Add a peaceful, striking, and functional invertebrate to your marine aquarium setup with our sustainably tank-bred Porcelain Crabs (Petrolisthes monodi). Known for their unique filter-feeding habits and vibrant coloration, these crabs make an extraordinary addition to reef tanks and peaceful community marine aquariums. Unlike wild-harvested marine life, our specimens are 100% hatchery-raised, ensuring hardy, fully acclimated, and pathogen-free aquatic pets that support marine conservation.

Key Characteristics & Features

• Filter-Feeding Marvels: Uses specialized, fan-like mouthparts (maxillipeds) to sweep microscopic food particles from the water column, acting as a natural water-cleaner.
• Reef-Safe & Peaceful: Non-aggressive toward fish, corals, or other peaceful invertebrates, making them ideal inhabitants for sensitive reef aquariums.
• Compact & Fascinating: Exhibits intricate body patterns, long antennae, and distinctive flattened pincers characteristic of the Porcellanidae family.
• Sustainable Choice: Fully captive-bred to protect wild ocean ecosystems and coral reef habitats.

Pricing & Ordering

• Price: ₹600 – ₹1,000 / piece
• Availability: Captive-bred juveniles and young adults ready for aquarium acclimation.