What Fish Tank is Ideal for a Crayfish?

What kind of fish tank is ideal for a pet crayfish? The answer to this question is dependent on a number of factors. Do you intend to keep your pet crayfish together with other fish? Do you intend to keep more than one crayfish as a pet? Because if you do, a desktop aquarium or 10 gallon fish tank probably won’t be the best option. I am aware because of my own experience. For just one crayfish, I would personally suggest a 20 gallon fish tank, nothing less.

Crayfish Are Very Dirty

The tiny crayfish are filthy. They dispose of a lot of trash. And if you have other fish in your tank, this waste can make it unsightly and poisonous for them. A larger tank, such as a 20 gallon fish tank, has more water to accommodate the waste from all of your pet crayfish.

Crayfish Are Aggressive and Territorial

Nearly anything will entice a crayfish to eat it. They are extremely combative and possessive. Having said that, if you intend to keep additional fish in your tank, make sure it is big enough for everyone to fit comfortably. The likelihood that your other fish will be eaten by your pet crayfish will be lower if you have a larger tank. Their swimming space will be larger. Additionally, the little space that your pet crayfish occupies will be all his own. But keep in mind that when you have crayfish, any other fish in your tank could, at any time, become crayfish food. I always recommend putting fish that are aggressive and swim near the top of the tank. Mollies, hatchet fish, and red-tailed sharks frequently get along well with pet crayfish. In any case, they have in the past for me.

Water Changes

It will be much simpler to manage water changes for your crayfish and other fish if your fish tank is 20 gallons or larger. Make sure to change about 25% of the water each week, while we’re at it. A healthy, clean tank will result from doing this. One that will support the health of both your pet crayfish and your other fish.

If You Get Two Crayfish

If you decide to buy two crayfish and put them in a single fish tank. My experience indicates that it won’t be long before one consumes the other. For two crayfish, I personally believe you’ll need a tank larger than 20 gallons. If you must have two crayfish, make sure they each have their own hiding place. Online retailers, PVC manufacturers, and the majority of pet supply stores that sell aquariums all carry these.