Cajun Dwarf Crayfish

Cambarellus shufeldtii

Also known as: Cajun Dwarf Crawfish, Shufeldt's Dwarf Crayfish, Cajun Crayfish

A tiny gray to brown crayfish with striped markings that is safe for many community tanks.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

60–80°F

pH

6.5–8

Hardness

6–15 dGH

Max size

1.5 in

Min tank

10 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Groups

Swim level

Bottom

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Beginner

Lifespan

1-2 years

Breeding

Egg-layer

Suitability

Common

Origin

Southern United States, lower Mississippi basin

Small and generally peaceful, it can live with fast fish that stay off the bottom but may pick off shrimp fry. Provide caves and leaf litter for molting and a lid to prevent escapes. It leaves plants alone and does well in unheated or cool tanks.