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Can Marbled Crayfish live with Pagoda / Spiky Snail?

Compatible

Why

No conflicts — these two share similar water needs, temperament, and size, and neither is a threat to the other.

Sweet spot: both do well at 75–77°F and pH 7–8 — aim there.

Side-by-side

Marbled CrayfishPagoda / Spiky Snail
Temperature64–77°F75–82°F
pH6.5–87–8
Hardness (GH)5–20 dGH6–15 dGH
Adult size5"1.5"
TemperamentAggressivePeaceful
Min tank30 gal15 gal

Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.

Where to buy

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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Everything compatible with Marbled Crayfish · …with Pagoda / Spiky Snail

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