Can Thai Devil Crab live with Kribensis?
Not recommended
Why
- Thai Devil Crab hunts along the bottom and will catch the bottom-dwelling Kribensis, especially at night.
- Only a narrow pH overlap — keep both around 7.5–7.8.
Side-by-side
| Thai Devil Crab | Kribensis | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–84°F | 75–82°F |
| pH | 7.5–8.5 | 6–7.8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 8–18 dGH | 5–19 dGH |
| Adult size | 2" | 3.5" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Semi-aggressive |
| Min tank | 20 gal | 20 gal |
Together, plan on at least 20 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Thai Devil Crab (to keep Kribensis):
- Thai Micro Pom Pom Crab — 0.8", peaceful
- Thai Micro Crab — 0.4", peaceful
- Pom Pom Crab — 1", semi-aggressive
Instead of Kribensis (to keep Thai Devil Crab):
- Dwarf Gourami — 3.5", peaceful
- Scissortail Rasbora — 3.5", peaceful
- Thick-lipped Gourami — 3.5", peaceful
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