Can Blue Lobster Crayfish live with Green Neon Tetra?
Caution — with care
Why
- Blue Lobster Crayfish can grab Green Neon Tetra while it sleeps — only fast mid/top-water fish are reasonably safe.
- Only a narrow pH overlap — keep both around 6.5.
- Only a narrow water hardness overlap — keep both around 5 dGH.
Sweet spot: both do well at 75–82°F and pH 6.5–6.5 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Blue Lobster Crayfish | Green Neon Tetra | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–82°F | 75–84°F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 4–6.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 5–20 dGH | 1–5 dGH |
| Adult size | 5" | 1" |
| Temperament | Aggressive | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 30 gal | 10 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 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
- Green Neon Tetra: 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 Green Neon Tetra