Overview
The Zebra Crayfish / Zebra Lobster (Cherax peknyi) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its multi-color (blue, orange, purple stripes by morph) coloration. Colorful striped pattern. Bottom.
Origin & Appearance
Origin: Papua New Guinea.
Colors: Multi-color (Blue, Orange, Purple stripes by morph).
Body Shape: Crayfish/Lobster (elongate crustacean). Typical adult dimensions: 15.0 x 4.5 x 3.8.
Sexual Dimorphism: Moderate; males have larger claws, female wider tail.
Tank & Water Requirements
| Min Tank Size | 30 gallons |
| Temperature | 72–82°F |
| pH Range | 7–8 |
| Water Hardness (GH) | 8-20 |
| Bioload | medium |
| Oxygen Demand | medium |
| Plant Safe | mostly |
| Aquarium Position | Bottom |
Behavior & Activity
Bottom walker with large claws; colorful body walks over substrate; burrows and digs; tail-flip escape
Speed: 22/100Aggression: 6/10diurnal
Breeding
Moderate; female carries eggs under tail
Common Diseases
💊 Crayfish plague💊 bacterial💊 molt failure
Expert Notes
Colorful striped pattern; multiple color morphs