Blue crayfish (Procambarus alleni)
Although it is also available in white and wild color, Procambarus alleni is mostly known as the blue crayfish. This is one of the most popular crayfish for the aquarium, but definitely not the smallest: it grow to up to 4″/10cm. Like other crayfish it will definitely catch sick or bottom-dwelling tankmates if it gets the chance. This means a single-species setup is best if you want to avoid any casualties. Keeping Procambarus alleni in pairs of small groups is possible, although they are often territorial and things might not always go smoothly.
Go for an aquarium of at least 23.5″/60 cm - a larger tank is needed if you want to keep multiple crays. Provide plenty of hiding places per crayfish in the form of caves and tubes. These hides are crucial when your crays are molting, as they will be very vulnerable and need a place to retreat to. Hardy plants like Java fern might be left alone, although there is no real guarantee the crayfish won’t destroy them. Filtration should be strong as crayfish are messy eaters that like oxygen-rich water. Always keep a lid on the aquarium to prevent your crays from escaping.
Crayfish are omnivores that will eat anything they come across. Invertebrate tablets, fresh blanched veggies, frozen foods and leaf litter make great food options. A varied diet that contains enough calcium and iodine is important to prevent failed molts, which can unfortunately be fatal.
Go for an aquarium of at least 23.5″/60 cm - a larger tank is needed if you want to keep multiple crays. Provide plenty of hiding places per crayfish in the form of caves and tubes. These hides are crucial when your crays are molting, as they will be very vulnerable and need a place to retreat to. Hardy plants like Java fern might be left alone, although there is no real guarantee the crayfish won’t destroy them. Filtration should be strong as crayfish are messy eaters that like oxygen-rich water. Always keep a lid on the aquarium to prevent your crays from escaping.
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