Can Cajun Dwarf Crayfish live with Carbon Rili Shrimp?
Caution — with care
Why
- Cajun Dwarf Crayfish is one of the animals to keep away from a breeding shrimp colony — either it hunts them, or it out-competes and harasses them until the colony stops replacing itself. A Carbon Rili Shrimp colony will not hold its numbers.
- Cajun Dwarf Crayfish will eat Carbon Rili Shrimp shrimplets. The colony still grows if there is moss or another dense hiding place for the babies.
Sweet spot: both do well at 65–75°F and pH 6.5–7.8 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Cajun Dwarf Crayfish | Carbon Rili Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–75°F | 65–75°F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 6.5–7.8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 5–15 dGH | 6–15 dGH |
| Adult size | 1.5" | 1.5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 10 gal | 10 gal |
Together, plan on at least 10 gallons.
How to make it work
- Keep a large, established shrimp colony in a heavily planted tank with moss and cover so enough survive to breed.
Where to buy
- Carbon Rili Shrimp: 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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