Can Marbled Crayfish live with Giant Sulawesi Snail?
Caution — with care
Why
- Only a narrow temperature overlap — keep both around 76–77°F.
- Only a narrow pH overlap — keep both around 7.8–8.
Sweet spot: both do well at 76–77°F and pH 7.8–8 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Marbled Crayfish | Giant Sulawesi Snail | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 64–77°F | 76–84°F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 7.8–8.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 5–20 dGH | 10–20 dGH |
| Adult size | 5" | 3" |
| Temperament | Aggressive | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 30 gal | 20 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: An adjustable heater → Chewy
Where to buy
- Marbled Crayfish: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Giant Sulawesi Snail: 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 Marbled Crayfish · …with Giant Sulawesi Snail