Tank setup
Size the aquarium to White Specter Crayfish's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
A stunning white variant of Procambarus clarkii, the White Specter Crayfish is a hardy and active addition to the aquarium. Like other P. clarkii morphs, they can be destructive to plants and aggressive towards slow fish. They require a secure lid, as they are known escape artists.
Key traits
breeds in captivity
easy
medium
omnivore
scavenger
Compatibility
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Care guide
Everything you need to keep White Specter Crayfish healthy in a South African setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 6.5–8 and 20–26°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
White Specter Crayfish is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for invertebrates — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Behaviour
White Specter Crayfish is generally peaceful. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Tankmates
Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in invertebrates. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding
Breeding notes for White Specter Crayfish vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
Keeping invertebrates?
Invertebrates read water quality more sensitively than fish — condition and test rather than guess.
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Often kept with
Real pairwise verdicts for White Specter Crayfish, not a same-category guess. Always confirm adult size and your tank's specifics before buying.
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