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Cherax quadricarinatus 'Redclaw Crayfish'
Cherax quadricarinatus
Origin: Northern Australia, New Guinea
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Water Parameters
Temperature20–26 °C
15 °C35 °C
pH7–8
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GH (Hardness)6–20 °dGH
0 °dGH30 °dGH
KH (Alkalinity)3–12 °dKH
0 °dKH20 °dKH
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 25 cm
- Min Tank
- 100 L
- Lifespan
- 5-6
- Swimming Level
- bottom
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- aggressive; will eat fish and shrimp
About
Cherax quadricarinatus, the Australian Redclaw Crayfish, is a large, impressive freshwater crayfish with a distinctive red patch on the base of the male's claws. Hardy and fast-growing. Species-only tank or robust cichlid setup recommended.
Care Guide
Temperature 20–26°C, pH 7.0–8.0. Large tank 100 L+ with caves and hiding spots. Aggressive — will kill fish and other invertebrates. Feed pellets, vegetables. Durable and long-lived.
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