Red Claw Blue Lobster (Cherax quadricarinatus)
22–27°C · pH 7–8
£12.49
A striped freshwater Cherax crayfish for specialist invertebrate setups. Territorial, cave-loving and not safe with delicate bottom dwellers.
Care at a Glance
Scientific Name
Cherax papua
Max Adult Size
up to 5 cm
Lifespan
5 years
Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Temperature
22–26°C
pH Range
6.5–7.8
Hardness
5–15 dGH
Minimum Tank
60L
Diet
Omnivore
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 above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
Water Parameters
Temperature
22–26°C
22°CIdeal26°C
pH Level
6.5–7.8
6.5Ideal7.8
Water Hardness
5–15 dGH
5 dGHIdeal15 dGH
Cherax papua
Zebra Crayfish (Cherax sp. Zebra)
Moderate Care
Semi-Aggressive
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A striped freshwater Cherax crayfish for specialist invertebrate setups. Territorial, cave-loving and not safe with delicate bottom dwellers.
Care at a Glance
Scientific Name
Cherax papua
Max Adult Size
up to 5 cm
Lifespan
5 years
Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Temperature
22–26°C
pH Range
6.5–7.8
Hardness
5–15 dGH
Minimum Tank
60L
Diet
Omnivore
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 above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
Water Parameters
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
Temperature
22–26°C
22°CIdeal26°C
pH Level
6.5–7.8
6.5Ideal7.8
Water Hardness
5–15 dGH
5 dGHIdeal15 dGH
Zebra Crayfish overview
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.
Quick facts
| 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 |
Care notes
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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- 4 out of 5Verified buyer
I have a small group of long finned mountain minnows. So was delighted to be able to order ten of this variety to increase the genetics in my tank . The ones I recieved are healthy but it’s to early to give a verdict on wether they are of a long finned type since they are small currently.
Gordon Walker · 23 Sept 2026
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100% success travel and "installation". Pleased with quality of purchase. The Siamese fighter a bit "shy" so have not yet seen him at his best yet but looking good. Happy customer. GG
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