Can Bristlenose Pleco live with Electric Blue Crayfish?
Not recommended
Why
- Electric Blue Crayfish hunts along the bottom and will catch the bottom-dwelling Bristlenose Pleco, especially at night.
Side-by-side
| Bristlenose Pleco | Electric Blue Crayfish | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–81°F | 65–77°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6.5–8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 2–15 dGH | 5–15 dGH |
| Adult size | 5" | 5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Aggressive |
| Min tank | 25 gal | 30 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Bristlenose Pleco (to keep Electric Blue Crayfish):
- Blue Gourami — 5", semi-aggressive
- Sailfin Molly — 5", peaceful
- Pearl Gourami — 4.5", peaceful
Instead of Electric Blue Crayfish (to keep Bristlenose 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
Where to buy
- Bristlenose Pleco: buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm 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.
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