Can crayfish live with celestial pearl danios?
Verdict
Yes
Yes. Crayfish and celestial pearl danios make a good pair. Both are fine at 72–77°F. Plan on at least 20 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 72–77°F.
- pH 6.5–7.5 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: crayfish the bottom, celestial pearl danios the mid.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Crayfish | Celestial pearl danio | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–77 °F | 72–79 °F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 6.5–7.5 |
| Adult size | 5.0 in | 1.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 20 gal | 10 gal |
| Temperament | Aggressive | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Bottom | Middle |
| Group | One per tank | Groups of 6+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
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Questions
Can crayfish live with celestial pearl danios?
Yes. Crayfish and celestial pearl danios make a good pair. Both are fine at 72–77°F. Plan on at least 20 gal.
What temperature suits both crayfish and celestial pearl danios?
72–77 °F. Crayfish need 65–77 °F, celestial pearl danios need 72–79 °F.
What size tank do crayfish and celestial pearl danios need together?
At least 20 gal, set by the crayfish. Add space for each extra fish.













