Back to species
Species profile

Dwarf Mexican Orange Crayfish

Cambarellus patzcuarensis var. 'Orange'

Dwarf Mexican Orange Crayfish (Cambarellus patzcuarensis var. 'Orange') aquarium profile: minimum 10 gallon tank, 2 inch adult size, 68-78°F temperature range, and moderate care. Can usually be planned as a single specimen or small group depending on temperament.

FlashyModerate care
Dwarf Mexican Orange Crayfish aquarium fish
10 galMinimum tank
2 inAdult size
1Schooling minimum
68-78°FTemperature

Water Range

pH
7-8.2
GH
6-18 dGH
KH
4-12 dKH

Behavior

Temperament
Peaceful
Fin nipping
2/5
Territory
2/5

Diet and Care

Diet
omnivore/scavenger
Diet difficulty
2/5
Care difficulty
3/5

Planning Notes

Moderate care needs; may require mature grazing surfaces or supplemental fresh/frozen foods.

This species may need live, frozen, fresh, or otherwise specialized foods.

live or fresh foodinvertebrate
Check a tank plan

Use the checker before adding Dwarf Mexican Orange Crayfish to compare tank size, cycle status, cover, and tankmates.

Open checkerAquarium guides

Read setup, cycling, stocking, and care guides before buying fish.

Browse blogs