{"product_id":"lvef-orange-dwarf-mexican-crayfish","title":"Orange Dwarf Mexican Crayfish","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Orange Dwarf Mexican Crayfish combines a miniature crayfish shape with vivid orange color. Commonly called CPO, it is an engaging animal to observe as it searches the substrate and explores small shelters, offering crayfish behavior on a much smaller scale than most Cherax species.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAnimal details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cambarellus patzcuarensis — orange form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize offered:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3–4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mexico; the orange form is widely cultivated for aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Usually less destructive than large crayfish, with occasional territorial disputes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRecommended aquarium conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 US gallons or larger; increase space when keeping more than one\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–24°C (64–75°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid extremely soft, poorly mineralized water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide plants, small caves, wood, and leaf litter so each animal has several possible retreats. Keep a secure lid and protect openings around equipment. Use a cycled filter and maintain circulation without leaving the entire floor exposed to a strong jet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDiet and feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffer small portions of sinking invertebrate food, algae wafers, and blanched vegetables. Add a little suitable meaty food for variety. Place food where the crayfish can reach it, and remove leftovers; its scavenging behavior does not replace routine feeding or tank maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeaceful fish may be possible companions, but dwarf shrimp, snails, and small or resting fish are not guaranteed safe. Avoid large cichlids, puffers, and other crustacean predators. Recently molted crayfish need undisturbed shelter while their new shell hardens. A shed shell may be eaten for its minerals. Keep ammonia and nitrite at zero, acclimate gradually, and check that any aquarium treatment is suitable for invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSizes are approximate. Contact Las Vegas Exotic Fish at \u003ca href=\"tel:+17026855100\"\u003e(702) 685-5100\u003c\/a\u003e to confirm availability or discuss your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"lvef-photo-credit\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference photo. Individual fish may vary in size and appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto: HellSpawn754. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:CPO_male.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCPO male.jpg\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/creativecommons.org\/publicdomain\/zero\/1.0\/deed.en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCC0\u003c\/a\u003e. Display resized; no other changes by Las Vegas Exotic Fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Las Vegas Exotic Fish","offers":[{"title":"2 cm","offer_id":52230899106113,"sku":"LVEF-PDF-289-01","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/5350\/0737\/files\/lvef-reference-30773614.jpg?v=1789685142","url":"https:\/\/lvexoticfish.com\/products\/lvef-orange-dwarf-mexican-crayfish","provider":"LAS VEGAS EXOTIC FISH","version":"1.0","type":"link"}