Marbled Crayfish
Procambarus virginalis — All-female parthenogenetic crayfish; proliferates rapidly, destroys plants and inverts. Illegal in some regions.
Care at a glance
| Scientific name | Procambarus virginalis |
|---|---|
| Type | other_invert |
| Adult size | 5" |
| Minimum tank | 30 gal |
| Group size | 1+ |
| Temperament | aggressive |
| Temperature | 64-77°F |
| pH | 6.5-8.0 |
| GH | 5-20 |
| Diet | Omnivore — plants, food, anything |
| Swimming zone | bottom |
| Care level | easy |
| Plant-safe | No |