Can Blue Lobster Crayfish live with Kribensis?
Not recommended
Why
- Blue Lobster Crayfish hunts along the bottom and will catch the bottom-dwelling Kribensis, especially at night.
Side-by-side
| Blue Lobster Crayfish | Kribensis | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–82°F | 75–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 6–7.8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 5–20 dGH | 5–19 dGH |
| Adult size | 5" | 3.5" |
| Temperament | Aggressive | Semi-aggressive |
| Min tank | 30 gal | 20 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Blue Lobster Crayfish (to keep Kribensis):
- 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 Kribensis (to keep Blue Lobster Crayfish):
- Dwarf Gourami — 3.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Thick-lipped Gourami — 3.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Black Molly — 4", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Where to buy
- Blue Lobster Crayfish: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Kribensis: 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 Kribensis