Intermediate to specialist
Red Claw Blue Lobster (Cherax quadricarinatus)
22–26°C · 120L
£17.99
A striped freshwater Cherax crayfish for specialist invertebrate setups. Territorial, cave-loving and not safe with delicate bottom dwellers.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
Cherax papua
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A striped freshwater Cherax crayfish for specialist invertebrate setups. Territorial, cave-loving and not safe with delicate bottom dwellers.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
22–26°C · 120L
22–26°C · pH 7–8 · 45L
22–28°C · pH 7.5–8 · 40L
22–28°C · pH 7–8 · 40L
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
Zebra Crayfish (Cherax sp. Zebra, close to the Papuan tiger/zebra crayfish forms) is a freshwater invertebrate, not a fish or true lobster. It is bought for its bold striped pattern, active foraging and strong personality in a specialist aquarium.
| Sale size | 4-5 cm on this variant; larger size variants may appear on the parent listing |
|---|---|
| Adult size | Usually around 10-12 cm excluding claws |
| Minimum setup | At least an 80 cm aquarium footprint for an adult, with many hides |
| Temperament | Territorial and opportunistic; not safe with delicate bottom dwellers |
| Diet | Leaf litter, sinking crustacean foods, algae wafers, vegetables and occasional protein |
Provide caves, rockwork, wood, leaf litter and a tight-fitting lid. Crayfish moult as they grow and need mineral-stable water, peaceful hiding places and time to harden after each moult. Avoid copper-based treatments and avoid mixing with fish that rest on the bottom.
Treat it as a freshwater crayfish for a planned species or invertebrate-led setup.
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