Florida blue crayfish
Procambarus alleni
Familia : Cambaridae
A very colorful freshwater crayfish, famous for its electric blue hue, but can also be brown or red.
Descripción
Procambarus alleni is a medium-sized crayfish (10-15 cm) from Florida. The blue variety is the most popular in the hobby, but the wild form is usually brown. It is a hardy and active species, but can be aggressive towards tankmates and bottom-dwelling fish. It digs burrows and requires a soft substrate.
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Región :
Swamps, ponds and slow-moving freshwater streams
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Notas de cuidado
A tank of at least 80 liters with a sandy substrate for digging. Provide hiding spots (pipes, rocks). Water must be well-filtered and oxygenated. Avoid cohabitation with slow or bottom-dwelling fish. Feed with crustacean pellets, vegetables, worms, and meaty foods.