Candy Cucumber
(Colochirus crassus)

Description

Candy Cucumber: A Vibrant Filter Feeder for Your Reef Tank

Discover the Candy Cucumber, a striking and beneficial addition to mature reef aquariums, known for its vibrant colours and unique filter-feeding behaviour.

Overview

The Candy Cucumber, *Colochirus crassus*, is a captivating marine invertebrate admired for its vibrant yellow, orange, and red coloration, often adorned with white or pink bands. This species adds a unique visual element with its elongated body and spiky projections. As a suspension feeder, it extends feathery tentacles into the water column to capture microscopic food particles, playing a role in water purification. Found naturally in the Indo-Pacific, it typically anchors in areas of gentle current to optimize feeding.

Care Level

Moderate to Expert. While peaceful and reef-compatible, the Candy Cucumber requires a mature, stable aquarium with consistent food availability. They are sensitive to poor water quality and can release toxins if stressed, making them more suitable for experienced aquarists.

Tank Essentials

A minimum tank size of 280 litres (75 gallons) is recommended to ensure stability and adequate feeding opportunities. Maintain stable water parameters: pH 8.1–8.4, salinity 1.024–1.026 SG, and temperatures between 24–27°C (75–81°F). Gentle, indirect water flow is essential for feeding.

Diet

Strictly a filter feeder, the Candy Cucumber requires regular target feeding 3-5 times per week with phytoplankton, marine snow, coral plankton blends, or powdered zooplankton.

Why Buy From Us

We offer healthy, vibrant Candy Cucumbers sourced responsibly. Each specimen is carefully selected and prepared for safe shipping, ensuring you receive a top-quality marine invertebrate ready to enhance your aquarium.

• Scientific Name: *Colochirus crassus*
• Common Name / Variant: Candy Cucumber
• Maximum Size: 10-15 cm
• Origin: Indo-Pacific
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 24–27°C
• Lifespan: [data unavailable]
• Swimming Zone: Bottom

Buy your Candy Cucumber online today for a unique and functional reef aquarium addition!