Orange Tip Crayfish (Cherax sp)
Orange Tip Crayfish (Cherax sp) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Orange Tip Crayfish (Cherax sp) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Orange Tip Crayfish
Add a splash of color and personality to your freshwater aquarium with the Orange Tip Crayfish. This attractive freshwater crayfish is recognized by its dark body contrasted with vibrant orange-tipped claws, creating a striking appearance that stands out in any aquarium. Active, curious, and full of character, the Orange Tip Crayfish is an excellent choice for hobbyists looking for a unique freshwater invertebrate.
These crayfish spend their time exploring the aquarium, scavenging for food, and interacting with their environment. They thrive in aquariums with plenty of caves, rocks, driftwood, and other hiding places, especially during molting when they need extra security.
Product Features
- Common Name: Orange Tip Crayfish
- Temperament: Semi-aggressive and territorial
- Care Level: Moderate
- Diet: Omnivore – enjoys sinking crustacean pellets, algae wafers, frozen foods, blanched vegetables, and protein-rich treats
- Adult Size: Approximately 4–6 inches
- Recommended Tank Size: 20 gallons or larger
- Temperature: 68–78°F
- pH: 6.8–8.0
Why You'll Love Them
- Distinctive orange-tipped claws with bold contrasting coloration
- Active and entertaining freshwater invertebrate
- Excellent centerpiece for species or invertebrate-focused aquariums
- Hardy and easy to care for with stable water conditions
- Constantly explores and forages throughout the aquarium
A secure aquarium with a tight-fitting lid is recommended, as crayfish are skilled climbers and can escape through small openings. Provide plenty of hiding spots using rocks, driftwood, or caves to support healthy molting and reduce stress. While Orange Tip Crayfish may coexist with some fast-moving fish, they should not be housed with slow-moving fish, delicate plants, or other small bottom-dwelling invertebrates.
Each crayfish is carefully inspected, health-checked, and professionally packed to help ensure it arrives healthy and ready for its new home.
Please Note: As live animals, coloration, claw size, and markings may vary slightly between individual Orange Tip Crayfish.
We stand behind the livestock we ship. In the rare event of a DOA, please contact us according to our Live Arrival Guarantee policy and provide the required photos of the unopened shipping bag.
Float the sealed bag in the aquarium for approximately 15–20 minutes to equalize temperature.
Open the bag and gradually introduce small amounts of aquarium water over the next 15–20 minutes.
Gently transfer the fish into the aquarium using a net.
Do not pour shipping water into your aquarium.
Turn aquarium lights off and allow your new fish time to adjust.
You can use different metafield content for Goldfish / Bettas / Guppies / Shrimp rather than showing the same instructions for everything.

