Can Blue Lobster Crayfish live with Adolfo's Cory?
Not recommended
Why
- Blue Lobster Crayfish hunts along the bottom and will catch the bottom-dwelling Adolfo's Cory, especially at night.
Side-by-side
| Blue Lobster Crayfish | Adolfo's Cory | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–82°F | 75–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 5.5–7 |
| Hardness (GH) | 5–20 dGH | 2–10 dGH |
| Adult size | 5" | 2.25" |
| Temperament | Aggressive | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 30 gal | 20 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Blue Lobster Crayfish (to keep Adolfo's Cory):
- Brazos Dwarf Crayfish — 1.5", peaceful
- Cajun Dwarf Crayfish — 1.5", peaceful
- Dwarf Crayfish (CPO) — 1.75", peaceful buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Adolfo's Cory (to keep Blue Lobster Crayfish):
- Betta (Siamese Fighting Fish) — 2.5", semi-aggressive
- Black Skirt Tetra — 2.5", semi-aggressive
- Cardinal Tetra — 2", peaceful buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm live-arrival guarantee
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