Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Panther Crab's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
The Panther Crab is a large, fully aquatic freshwater crab from Sulawesi, known for its beautiful orange-yellow shell covered in dark spots. They are territorial and can be aggressive towards tank mates, so they are best kept in a species-only tank with plenty of space. They require warm, alkaline water to replicate their native lake environment.
Key traits
difficult
medium
omnivore
carnivore
Compatibility
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Care guide
Everything you need to keep Panther Crab healthy in a South African setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 7.5–8.5 and 25–30°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Panther Crab is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for invertebrates — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Behaviour
Panther Crab is generally peaceful. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Tankmates
Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in invertebrates. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding
Breeding notes for Panther Crab vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
Keeping invertebrates?
Invertebrates read water quality more sensitively than fish — condition and test rather than guess.
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