Blue Kong Zebra Crayfish (Cherax sp)
Blue Kong Zebra Crayfish (Cherax sp) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Blue Kong Zebra Crayfish (Cherax sp) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Blue Kong Zebra Crayfish
Bring bold color and personality to your freshwater aquarium with the Blue Kong Zebra Crayfish. This rare and highly desirable crayfish is known for its vibrant blue coloration accented by striking zebra-like bands, making it a standout addition to any freshwater setup. Its unique appearance, active behavior, and fascinating personality make it a favorite among aquarium hobbyists and invertebrate enthusiasts.
Blue Kong Zebra Crayfish are curious scavengers that spend much of their time exploring the aquarium, climbing over rocks and driftwood, and searching for food. Providing plenty of caves and hiding places is essential, especially during molting when they become more vulnerable.
Product Features
- Common Name: Blue Kong Zebra Crayfish
- Temperament: Semi-aggressive and territorial
- Care Level: Moderate
- Diet: Omnivore – accepts sinking pellets, algae wafers, blanched vegetables, frozen foods, 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
- Rare electric blue coloration with distinctive zebra markings
- Active, entertaining freshwater invertebrate
- Excellent centerpiece for species-only aquariums
- Hardy with proper care and stable water conditions
- Great for hobbyists looking for a unique freshwater crustacean
For the best success, keep your Blue Kong Zebra Crayfish in a secure aquarium with a tight-fitting lid, as crayfish are excellent climbers. Include rocks, driftwood, caves, and other hiding places to reduce stress and support successful molts. While they may coexist with certain fast-moving fish, they are best kept in species-focused aquariums or with carefully selected tank mates.
Every crayfish is carefully selected, health-checked, and professionally packed to help ensure it arrives in excellent condition and ready to acclimate to its new home.
Please Note: As live animals, each Blue Kong Zebra Crayfish will vary slightly in coloration, markings, and size. Photos are representative of the specimen you will receive.
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.
