Can Blue Lobster Crayfish live with Emerald Cory (Brochis)?
Not recommended
Why
- Blue Lobster Crayfish hunts along the bottom and will catch the bottom-dwelling Emerald Cory (Brochis), especially at night.
Side-by-side
| Blue Lobster Crayfish | Emerald Cory (Brochis) | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–82°F | 72–79°F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 6–7.8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 5–20 dGH | 2–15 dGH |
| Adult size | 5" | 3" |
| Temperament | Aggressive | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 30 gal | 29 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Blue Lobster Crayfish (to keep Emerald Cory (Brochis)):
- Brazos Dwarf Crayfish — 1.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Cajun Dwarf Crayfish — 1.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Dwarf Crayfish (CPO) — 1.75", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Emerald Cory (Brochis) (to keep Blue Lobster Crayfish):
- Croaking Gourami — 3", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Noble Gourami — 3", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Betta (Siamese Fighting Fish) — 2.5", semi-aggressive buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Where to buy
- Blue Lobster Crayfish: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Emerald Cory (Brochis): buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Live-animal shipping: add a heat pack below 50°F, expect weather holds above 90°F, and schedule delivery for a moderate week when someone can receive it promptly.
Build a full tank around this stocking →Everything compatible with Blue Lobster Crayfish · …with Emerald Cory (Brochis)