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One of the most popular members of a freshwater tank, the Mexican Dwarf Crayfish will add life to your treasured aquarium. They look like tiny, tiny lobsters.
Care Level: | Moderate difficulty |
Temperament: | Peaceful |
Color: | brown |
Lifespan: | 2-3 years |
Size: | ~2 inches (5 cm) |
Diet: | Omnivore |
Family: | Cambaridae |
Minimum Tank Size: | 5 gallons (10 is better) |
Tank Set-Up: | Freshwater, pH 6-8 |
Compatibility: | Keep away from large fish and crayfish |
Temperature: | Kee60 - 75 F (16 - 24 C) |
Mexican Dwarf Crayfish, or Cambarellus patzcuarensis, is as the name suggests, mini versions of the crayfish you're familiar with. Their appearance resembles a lobster; their size, a shrimp.
There are a few different varieties of the Mexican Dwarf Crayfish, and they have a number of different nicknames.