Are Manstis reef safe (Gonodactylaceus falcatus)

[denis1946]

Hi there,

Are Manstis reef safe? I,Ve got a Gonodactylaceus falcatus that hitchhicked it's way to my tank with a xenia.

Should i keep it or not?

Denis

 

[Thurge]

There are other species I would rather have in my reef. The reason being that, according to Dr. Roy's mantis page, they make their home in Live Coral sometimes. I would be less worried about loosing a fish to this species, than having my mantis turn a nice coral head into its new condo.
Thats my take based on very limited info, hopefully the good Doctor will share his 2 cents.