Mexican Dwarfs are very sensitive to ammonia and nitrites, so make sure your tank is properly cycled before adding a Mexican Dwarf.Īdditionally, tanks that house these animals need an efficient filtration system, and owners of these types of crayfish should do water changes regularly to keep their crawfish’s environments healthy. The water temperature for these beautiful creatures should be kept between 68 to 77 degrees F. That’s because bigger tanks don’t get dirty as fast as smaller tanks.
It’s critical to consider the aquatic life in your tank, their personalities and dispositions, and tank size.Īnd note, with bigger tanks, keeping the tank clean is easier.
However, if you plan on keeping more than one cray, a 20-gallon fish tank is probably best.Īlways remember that tank size is directly related to the aquatic life you are keeping. The reason why I suggest a 10-gallon tank is in the event more fish are added to the tank. In general, the orange dwarf crayfish does best in a tank of at least 10 gallons, although some will say a five-gallon tank will suffice.
Suggested tank size (will depend on other fish): 10 gallons. Care Considerations for Mexican Dwarf Crayfish However, not every situation is ideal to keep the Mexican dwarf crawfish. Therefore, they make great additions to community aquariums. Although they can be territorial, generally speaking, they aren’t as aggressive as something like a blue crayfish. The Mexican dwarf crayfish, unlike many other crayfish, aren’t nearly as aggressive. They are usually found in streams and rivers, but can also be found in lakes and ponds. The dwarf Mexican cray can also be found in some parts of the Southern United States. This is a volcanic crater lake that is located in the city of Morelia, Mexico. The dwarf Mexican crawfish comes specifically from Lake Pátzcuaro. So they are a bit smaller than regular crayfish but still have a pretty good lifespan. Mexican Dwarf Crayfish are little creatures and grow to be two inches and live for one to two years. They can add tremendous color to your tank. The c ambarellus patzcuarensis, aka orange dwarf crayfish, or Mexican dwarf crayfish is known for its beautiful and vibrant orange color, although there are some variations that come in brown, tan, etc. In this blog, we’ll take a look at the Mexican dwarf crayfish and caring for the Mexican dwarf crayfish. Crayfish are very interesting animals and a favorite for many aquarists (like me).
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