Due to state restrictions on invasive species, we are not able to ship or sell any color morph of the Cherax sp. crayfish to the following state(s): California, Florida Texas, and Wisconsin
This species is prohibited to own in the above state(s), meaning it is illegal to possess them live in these state(s). This includes possession for consumption, education, aquarium trade, or any other live trade.
This rare and incredible Cherax variant boasts vivid hot pink and burgundy coloration, making it a superb standout!
As with all of our crayfish, the coloration of the Red Chili Crayfish is EXTREMELY high quality – much higher quality than others on the market! This crayfish may TEMPORARILY change color and hide more than usual after molting, which may occur during shipping. If your crayfish has faded color and you find a molt in the bag or in your aquarium, do not worry; this is normal and the bright color will return in 2 weeks or less.
*IMPORTANT* Please “Choose a Variant” above before adding this crayfish to your cart. The variants we’re currently offering are:
- 1 Red Chili Crayfish – 2+ inch Young Adult (No sex specified. Most popular option).
- 1 Female Red Chili Crayfish – 2+ inch Young Adult
- 1 Male/Female Red Chili Crayfish Pair – 2+ inch Young Adults.
- 1 B-Grade Red Chili Crayfish – 2+ inch Young Adult (All of our “B-Grade” crayfish are simply specimens that are missing legs or claws. Loss of appendages is not permanent and happens commonly with crustaceans. They are completely healthy with excellent coloration and will completely regenerate lost appendages within 1 to 2 molts (about 2 to 3 months).
- 1 Tank-Raised Juvenile Red Chili Crayfish – .5+ inch (A younger and smaller variant of Red Chili Crayfish. This is a somewhat slow-growing, hardy species and will usually grow well into adult size and coloration within 6-9 months. In the meantime, any customers who choose to go with a juvenile specimen can save some money and experience the excitement of watching their little crayfish grow!)
- Consistently excellent bright pink and burgundy coloration
- Less aggressive than many other crayfish
- Easy to feed
- Excellent scavenger
- Temperature: 68° – 85° F (20° – 29° C)
- pH: 6.5 – 7.5
- KH: 6 – 15 dKH
- Minimum tank size: 30 gallons
- Diet: Crayfish are typically very easy to feed since they are mostly omnivorous scavengers. However, Cherax species can sometimes be a bit finicky. In addition to various plant matter, we have been feeding all of our Cherax crayfish frozen peas and carrots as well as frozen shrimp that is chopped into manageable pieces after thawing. We highly recommend that our customers at least initially offer this diet to their Cherax crayfish. In time, it is very likely that the crayfish will also accept high-quality dry foods, though a varied diet is required for optimal health, coloration, and activity.
- Social behavior: Can be aggressive/territorial with other crayfish, but is much less so than Procambarus species (such as the Electric Blue Crayfish).
- Origin: West Papua New Guinea
- Average adult size: 5 – 6 inches (12.7 – 15.2 cm)
- Average purchase size: Adults: 3 – 4 inches (7.6 – 10 cm) or larger, Juveniles: .5+ inch (1.25+ cm)
- Recommended Aquatic Arts tank mates: Fast-moving fish (such as Celestial Pearl Danios, Rasboras, Guppies, etc.). While dwarf shrimp can be kept succesfully with these crayfish, caution should be exercised, as the crayfish have been known to catch and eat slow, sick, or particularly small shrimp. Cichlids can be aggressive toward crayfish and should not be kept in the same tank. Bottom-dwelling tankmates should definitely be avoided.