Description
Scientific Name: Procambarus sp.
Common Name: Bright Orange Lobster, Electric Orange Crayfish, Orange Crayfish, Snow White Lobster, Blue Alleni Lobster
Adult Size: 4–6 inches (10–15 cm), depending on species (e.g., Procambarus clarkii or Procambarus alleni)
Life Expectancy: 2–5 years in captivity with good water quality and nutrition
Habitat: Freshwater rivers, lakes, and marshes—especially in the southeastern United States. Prefers soft substrates and hiding spaces like rocks or driftwood
Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons (75 liters) for one adult
Ideal Temperature: 68–78°F (20–26°C)
pH Range: 6.5–8.0
Water Hardness: Moderate to hard (6–15 dGH)
Temperament: Semi-aggressive; may nip at or eat small, slow-moving tankmates. Best housed alone or with fast-swimming fish and no bottom dwellers
Omnivorous: Yes
Diet: Scavenger; eats sinking pellets, vegetables (blanched zucchini, spinach), algae wafers, detritus, and occasional protein like shrimp or bloodworms
