{"product_id":"painted-crayfish","title":"Painted Crayfish","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBiosecurity Shipping Limitations apply\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShipping Allowed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 79.3752px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eTasmania\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eWestern Australia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eNorthern Territory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 20.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.3739%; height: 20.5938px;\"\u003eAll Other States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50.2683%; height: 20.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(107, 183, 31);\"\u003eYES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePainted Crayfish are colourful freshwater crayfish prized for their striking patterns and vibrant body colours. They are active, hardy and fascinating aquarium inhabitants, often spending their time exploring the aquarium, climbing over décor and searching for food.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThey require a \u003cstrong\u003ewell-filtered, established aquarium with plenty of hiding places\u003c\/strong\u003e such as caves, rocks, driftwood and PVC shelters. Painted Crayfish can be territorial, particularly towards other crayfish, and may catch slow-moving fish or invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThey are opportunistic omnivores and should be provided with a varied diet including sinking pellets, vegetables and occasional protein-rich foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable dir=\"auto\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eCare Requirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eRecommendation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eCherax\u003c\/em\u003e sp.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePainted Crayfish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–26°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.5–8.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate–Hard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 10–15+ cm depending on species\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmnivore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSemi-aggressive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Tank\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80L+ recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCan Painted Crayfish live with fish?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThey can, but there is always a risk of predation. Avoid slow-moving, bottom-dwelling or long-finned fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCan I keep multiple crayfish together?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIt is possible in a sufficiently large aquarium with plenty of hiding places, but territorial behaviour can lead to fighting. Keeping suitable individuals separately is often safer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhat do Painted Crayfish eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThey enjoy sinking crayfish pellets, algae wafers, vegetables and occasional protein-rich foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDo they need a hiding place?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eYes. Multiple caves and shelters are particularly important, especially during moulting when they are vulnerable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAvoid overcrowding, keeping them without adequate hiding places, using an uncovered aquarium, or assuming they are completely community-safe. Painted Crayfish can climb out of aquariums, so a secure lid is strongly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49443050717323,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/Painted-Cray.webp?v=1790060704","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/painted-crayfish","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}