Can Blue Lobster Crayfish live with Royal Pleco?
Not recommended
Why
- Blue Lobster Crayfish hunts along the bottom and will catch the bottom-dwelling Royal Pleco, especially at night.
Side-by-side
| Blue Lobster Crayfish | Royal Pleco | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–82°F | 73–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 6.5–7.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 5–20 dGH | 4–12 dGH |
| Adult size | 5" | 17" |
| Temperament | Aggressive | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 30 gal | 120 gal |
Together, plan on at least 120 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Blue Lobster Crayfish (to keep Royal Pleco):
- 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 Royal Pleco (to keep Blue Lobster Crayfish):
- Oscar — 16", aggressive
- Kissing Gourami — 12", semi-aggressive
- Giant Gourami — 24", semi-aggressive
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