Can Blue Lobster Crayfish live with Moonlight Gourami?
Caution — with care
Why
- Blue Lobster Crayfish can grab Moonlight Gourami while it sleeps — only fast mid/top-water fish are reasonably safe.
- Only a narrow water hardness overlap — keep both around 6–7.5 dGH.
Sweet spot: both do well at 77–82°F and pH 6.5–7.6 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Blue Lobster Crayfish | Moonlight Gourami | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–82°F | 77–86°F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 6.5–7.6 |
| Hardness (GH) | 5–20 dGH | 6–7.5 dGH |
| Adult size | 5" | 6" |
| Temperament | Aggressive | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 30 gal | 55 gal |
Together, plan on at least 55 gallons.
How to make it work
- Only combine with fast, mid/top-water fish and give the tankmates plenty of escape routes.
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: GH remineraliser → Aquarium Co-Op
Where to buy
- Blue Lobster Crayfish: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Moonlight Gourami: 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 Moonlight Gourami