{"product_id":"zebra-papua-lobster","title":"Zebra Papua Lobster","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecies Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cherax peknyi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Zebra Papua Lobster \/ Zebra Crayfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4 – 6 inches (10 – 15 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLife Expectancy:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3 – 5 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Native to freshwater habitats in Papua, Indonesia, including streams, rivers, and shallow waterways. They prefer clean, well-oxygenated water with plenty of rocks, caves, and hiding places.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 20 gallons (75 liters) for one adult; larger tanks are recommended for multiple crayfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal Temperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 22°C – 28°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH Range:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6.5 – 8.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate hardness is preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Semi-aggressive and territorial. They may become aggressive toward other crayfish, shrimp, or slow-moving tank mates, especially when space and hiding places are limited. Keeping them with appropriately sized, peaceful fish is generally safer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Nutrition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOmnivorous:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes. They enjoy sinking crayfish pellets, algae wafers, vegetables such as zucchini, spinach, and cucumber, as well as occasional protein-rich foods such as bloodworms or brine shrimp. They also naturally scavenge for leftover food and organic matter in the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColoration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Attractive dark blue to black or brown coloration with distinctive lighter zebra-like bands or markings across the body and tail. Color intensity can vary depending on age, diet, water conditions, and individual genetics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Medium-sized crayfish with a robust body, strong claws, and a broad tail fan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistinctive Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStriking zebra-like markings make it a standout addition to freshwater aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttractive natural coloration with contrasting bands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActive and curious, often seen exploring the aquarium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoys caves, rocks, driftwood, and other hiding places\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardy when provided with stable water conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan regenerate lost limbs through subsequent molts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest suited for experienced aquarium keepers due to its territorial behavior\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fiora Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44796862496810,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"QAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6747\/1658\/files\/garnelio-krebs-papuakrebs-cherax-boesemani-tricolor_430x430_2x_45c82529-d4a7-4a38-b0c7-c18fcb30c20f.jpg?v=1788469166","url":"https:\/\/fioraaquatic.com\/products\/zebra-papua-lobster","provider":"Fiora Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}