Red Claw Crayfish (Cherax quadricarinatus)
Cherax quadricarinatus
Origin: Northern Australia, New Guinea
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 20 cm
- Min Tank
- 150 L
- Lifespan
- 5-6
- Swimming Level
- bottom
- Schooling
- No
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- semi-aggressive; territorial with conspecifics; will eat slow fish and destroy plants; best kept as single specimen or mated pair
About
The Red Claw Crayfish (Cherax quadricarinatus) is a large Australian crayfish displaying a dark blue body with distinctive bright red patches on the outer edges of the claws in males, making it one of the most visually impressive freshwater crayfish available. Long-lived and impressive, it requires a spacious aquarium with excellent filtration. As with all large crayfish, it will eat slow-moving fish and destroy soft-leaved plants.
Care Guide
Minimum 150 L with caves, PVC pipes, and robust hiding spots. pH 7.0–8.5, GH 5–20, KH 3–12, temperature 22–28°C. Feed sinking pellets, blanched vegetables, protein foods. Territorial; keep alone or in male-female pair in a large tank. Incompatible with small fish and ornamental shrimp. Provide high calcium for healthy moult. Excellent filtration essential as a heavy waste producer.
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