Procambarus clarkii — Red Swamp Crayfish
Procambarus clarkii
Origin: USA — originally SE USA; naturalised worldwide
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 15 cm
- Min Tank
- 60 L
- Lifespan
- 5
- Swimming Level
- Bottom
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- Omnivore — pellets, vegetables, meat scraps, plants, fish
- Temperament
- Aggressive; eats plants and small fish
About
The Red Swamp Crayfish (Procambarus clarkii) is a large, hardy freshwater crayfish with vivid red colouration. An extremely effective scavenger and surprisingly intelligent, it can manipulate its environment. IMPORTANT: Will destroy aquatic plants and eat small fish and shrimp — suitable for species-only or fish-only setups.
Care Guide
Species-only or with robust large fish. Provide secure caves — moulds regularly and is very vulnerable to predation during moulting. Feed sinking catfish pellets, vegetables, and meaty foods. Cover tank tightly — expert climber and escaper. Hardy in a wide range of water conditions.
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