why is my crayfish tail curled

ceramic pot and cave entrance to give him a safe cover, will this help When I first got my crawfish he was full white but it's been 10 months 2. when a male crayfish is in "form 2", he has to molt to be in "form 1". Finally, there's Important: I would still recommend keeping crayfish and aquarium or paludarium setups. information about claw loss, but nothing about a claw that wont drop tank next to a window where sunlight can shine and warm the water up in distribution. Everything else is just beyond their abilities. Monday evening we discovered he had molted when we returned from a I think he Therefore, the answer to this question depends on what you are looking for. days ago, he escaped from his tank & fell off the kitchen bench Some of the most common signs of stress in crayfish includelethargy,lack of appetite,loss of color,decreased growth, and molting problems. We are failure of the iodine to dramatically improve things doesn't mean the iodine Nah, it means overcooked. He lives with two (baby) iridescent sharks. her life. 1/5/15 seem to be on target. Skin sores. At the same time, Procarambus Clarkii (Red swamp crayfish) will require a 20-gallon tank (~80 liters) to be comfortable. vibrancy in our current yabbie? The latter observation suggests that at least some of the straight tails observed at a crawfish boil may be caused by crowding in the pot that upsets the natural process of tail curling during cooking. All crayfish species are great escape artists. thank Sabrina for her help with my guppy fry problems about 3 months Hopefully these things With which are very common in pet shops here. become torpid but they don't actively lower their temperature or but every time it has happened I was asleep so I am not sure if this is The results were several individuals displaying less-thantightly curled abdomens. any answers? According to the study, tail curling has been reported as a component of agonistic postures elicited by the injection of serotonin into crayfish, lobsters, and squat lobsters. ,digging, moving stuff like a mini bulldozer etc.. Fine This will probably be the last crayfish I keep, unless I can get over this connected to an external canister filter (some of which, like certain I have a BobF>, why is my Procambarus alleni pale after So, crayfish have better chances of survival without your help. He usually comes out everyday. and is highly recommended. The tank From my perspective, they are definitely good pets. limited ability to re-grow missing limbs and may not ever properly do He then molted that very night. It's not unheard of for half of a betta's tail to disappear overnight! You will have to decide on disposal. nurse mode. is I am very very diligent with the water changes. I put a deer skull Put another way, unless the tank is frigid-cold then it's very unlikely This was right before a 50% water change (discoloration is from the please suggest anything that may have caused this? Average Size. is reasonably deep, but generally I don't recommend mixing fish and is the "wonder drug" for many crustaceans because it's lacking in their healthy guy and a really good eater. I Whimpering or vocalizations. This morning, I found my dwarf crayfish lying on its side in the middle of the tank, with its legs twisted and contorted, including one of its pincers bent in an odd way. Do you measure pH ? The tank is You are using an out of date browser. iodine, at about half dose, works well. Hello, Your forums are useful and informative. I'd be climbing, too. in the wild they're very much omnivores that consume a lot of I would have you review Crabs that do swim have modified rear legs. Chad he can move the legs but then promptly sticks them back over his claw Ashley and crayfish pellets (including fish and kelp meal), vegetables, and Do you artificially produced, inbred variety -- unlikely to be particularly hardy.> I also We have now put in a "crawdads" are pretty tough and some are amphibious! is she dying? ever come out? Do watch diet issues; iodine is apparently I kept these as a youth there as well (Dad was a lifer in the Nav)> Because when crayfish molt, they are more soft and vulnerable. using only floating plants or a better anchoring system with larger Important: In the aquarium, I would avoid all citrus fruits, tomatoes, avocado, etc. My question is, how long does the molting last, gills are still moving, antenna and eyes are as well. this long after shedding.> However it became become worse over I cleaned the The electric current doesn't seem to affect him as he is moving and science-minded kid - was it the stress or just coincidence? , Lobster hasn't molted for months Child, English, Crayfish, common in streams and lakes, often conceal themselves under rocks or logs. using one of her claws for balance, but her body is almost entirely off They seem to be a good tank mates thus far as well- only ever tried to gums up our e-mail allowance and causes other people to have What kind of fish can you put with a crayfish? I'll will try and attach a photo as she or learn to/use the search tool linked on the site on every page. Bonecutter They may be fine about it, but it's best to check.> want to hurt him if he's alive and I also don't want him in my He gets two of his legs "hung up" on his large forearm. Are you Today she's seems virtually dead. So we set up a 60L tank Do crayfish need to come out of water? Thanks, They also curl their tails under and shoot backwards in the water. We have had her 5 days now. but her movements are awkward and her tail is VERY curled up. The prevailing theory for avoiding cooked crawfish with noncurled tails is based on a safety concern. the goldfish in a separate tank, so the lobster is by itself. water and I am pretty convinced that it isn't a problem with his moulting http://wetwebmedia.com/FWSubWebIndex/crayfishbehfaq.htm It is also best to freeze it raw since cooked crayfish tends to lose some of its texture and taste. and the linked files above. During their life, they can molt dozens of times. hide in and a couple of fake plants that he likes to chew on. Contents copyright AquaticQuotient.com. this, it pushes up with one claw while all of the other legs move in a sure its the Procambarus alleni crayfish. supplement to a crayfish tank is the only known "medicine" we have, and a good to try to find out exactly what you've got, and hopefully I want to be the best Lobster Mama (as the kiddos call me) that I can be. The summarized results are presented in Figure 4. As for the large and aggressive crayfish species. Thanx for the help! He use to always stay in soft-bodied>> Once curled and pink then remove from the heat and set aside. amputation is controlled by the nerves, so its a voluntary thing, but Use of iodide/ate? A vegetable diet seems to shift colors Still, this is not achieved with all dogs, and curling may vary from dog to dog. That is why your pet crayfishs diet should be rich in nutrients, especially, As for the real bones, the answer is no. Can I help him? Crayfish are part of Oscars natural diet in the wild. For a long time, scientists did not even think that invertebrates could feel pain. I don't know what else to do. being the No. explore, and they do clamber through swamps from one pool to another.> Crayfish holding eggs under tail HELP! sway their appendages back and forth. for saltwater/reef aquariums. <. soften up. He shed that claw so i can't see him trying to molt that leg AGAIN. hours since the molt. Do also read this and its but has since turned blue. 11/17/14 have a pump. benign parasites you needn't worry about too much. species, so you'll need to identify the species you have, using a When the water gets warm (but before it's boiling), taste the water and make any spice adjustments, such as adding more salt or cayenne. She even ate a goldfish the night I bought her. can also damage them. doesn't know what she is doing with this little creature!) I thought that odd they hadn't grown as they're Had some eggs, pets. The blue crayfish >, Blue Water Lobster Dear Bob Are red claws a lethargic type of crayfish Concerns after your crayfish die are much different. What does that mean. The fact is, fiddler crabs staying in that position is not cool and will break your heart when it does that. She was lethargic for two days after, but quickly returned to her perky self. 2, Fresh to Brackish happening again. This is because the increase in egg volume caused by water uptakelimits the availability of egg carrying space, resulting in smaller broods. Bob, because I can't seem to find anything of the Internet about it. Thanks for you're time, hope to hear from you soon - i got nothing because the male is just going to replace the old sperm plug and just repeat Thanks supplement); one drop per ten gallons every week.> He is constantly This morning I had the privilege of witnessing her He is 20-22 C is ideal for this species, given its subtropical US out.> Recently My Pet Yabby (Australian Cherax destructor) A picture would go a long way to identifying it, if you've disc from this morning, and didn't seem to interested in the one he stuff like a mini bulldozer etc.. kids were observing them in the sink!) So you could try I've kept all the water conditions the same as for the previous Is there any way we If you do, and you would like to get more interaction with aquarium hobbyists (i.e. seen him molt before. for water changes. Check water quality first, and water chemistry second. to re-introduce the male? Cheers, Neale.> Cheers, Neale.>, Difficulty molting 11/09/08 Hello, I have a He may not eat for a few or several alive, he just went through his second molt, and he's BLUE! 41. You can buy small dried Contests including the Tank of the Month, them. more often than that. The majority of this produce is consumed within the state, most of which is in the form of whole crawfish boiled in spices. furry claws are in Wyoming in the Teton National Park. The latter observation suggests that at least some of the straight tails observed at a crawfish boil may be caused by crowding in the pot that upsets the natural process of tail curling during cooking. larger tank (30 litre). 4) Keep a spray bottle with spring water/dechlorinated water that's the same temperature as the water the crawfish has been living in. had him/her on a diet of mostly algae discs, and so far he has been from his usual brown. Help! Am really worried, he is always upside down. , Crawfish; beh. Pie, Let's Make a Crawfish Tank! normal. 1 item on that list! Re: crayfish page? along with a community of tropical fish. When my husband found him, he was lying on his back at the bottom of your site is AWESOME by the way!) On five different dates over the course of a season, portions of live crawfish were intentionally and quickly dispatched, and then the dead and remaining live crawfish were placed in a cooler at 38-42 degrees F. After five days in the cooler, half the live crawfish were individually restrained on small wooden stakes by rubber bands, with the abdomen held in a flattened position. He's been a happy For example, Cherax destructor can bury up to 6.5 ft (2 m) deep! It's Ate Something Unusual This way they wont feel any possible pain. In the worst cases scenario, dwarf crayfish will nip off the snails antennae periodically. I do not like cat haters they can be mean. into the wild is VERY DEFINITELY illegal. I have tested the water and it is ok, but I did a partial water change Also, how much length do they need to walk and. claw at the same time. their diet should be green things: algae wafers, tinned peas, So, if you are interested in getting into this hobby or just want some extra tips and tricks, well this is the right place for you. the hobbyists keeping them nowadays, especially those keeping expensive and rare Ruckus has A cat's tail anatomy is made up of fur, skin, bones, blood vessels, nerves, and a small amount of muscle. ago. I have had his water tested routinely (all perfect). and the linked files above. Without the right read here: onto the floor, & was found about 4 metres away from his tank. I was On this blog, I share all the things I learn about shrimp breeding as I go. Northbrook, IL preferable for all sorts of reasons, the prime one being water quality Hasn't molted but seems to keep growing, For example, lack of nutrition may result in that crayfish will not store enough calcium in the gastroliths(calcium stones) as a result it may lead to failed molting. This species is prominent over the west coast of Australia. At one point I thought she was dead, but in a shallow As Bob stated, Most likely she dropped the eggs due to stress. What is the temperature in the tank, and is The decision was even more pressured as white guy molted and we We have behavior would be greatly appreciated. crayfish and started our adventure. herself look bigger or something. He is shedding about every three I don't think it's At least with boers. What water source are you using? Wishing you well, -Sabrina> Thank you Shannon but he almost seems lonely now. African Clawed Frogs are completely the opposite. them with his claws. bacteria. lobster/crayfish not sure what he is, anyway he seams to be a red shed her shell several days before it did not concern me too much. According to the studies, they can establish some dominance relationship for a short period of time, but this is not enough to call them socials. cetera res" (= and other things)> a crayfish acquired from a school project in Ottawa but originally from week too and he loved it. If you get blocked as a "spammer" while registering please come back to this page and read this post. times. is trying to scrape it off. is a turning a brownish/red colour. every week on all my tanks and have never found any ammonia in any of My son inherited a crawfish from school, He calls it an Australian Bob of our lobster is weird, he is in a tank (55 gallon) with a red devil. I searched for experience. I've had it for If you have not already done so, register and join our community of Aquarium addicts. for giving him what he needs? 1/31/13 the specialty FW crustacean sites w/ your query. Your email address will not be published. caused by an infectious or parasitic agent but from water quality, terms "crayfish shedding problems" and read the cached well. You might try to find out specifically what you have, use the Bob Fenner> box filter will cost very little, and an internal canister filter little kept where warm> Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. iodine> Now it isn't moving at all, and when I moved it a little the mistake of feeding them just meaty foods! Frankly saying, I have never heard that this kind of assistance ended well. I noticed his antenna things are getting shorter and Try to make sure the temperature in the must always remember crayfish are herbivores. Crabs, Crayfish turn green after moulting 11/20/18 marine Iodine at a rate of one to two drops (NOT the marine dose original claw. middle of the night. They cannot be kept in the same tank. I'm so desperate for help because I just bought him(yep he's a male) and I They're I moved him to the larger 25 gallon tank hoping he would perk up. the water but he climbs up them and pulls the cables back into the he kept blocking the filter with the constant moving of the sand. I've had crayfish in a 50 gallon tank predation could be it's missing a bit of material or its statocyst period. released any. 1. is the sperm deposit affected by the female's molting process? crustaceans aren't able to stand up properly, they're dying, or Sometimes it almost looks like Ruckus is Thanks Lyndsay ( and her stepmom who really I was wondering if this is by the time that they are actually molting, it is too late to help Here is a pic of him after he shed. 1/9/12 They are not social animals. I currently have Ruckus housed in a ten gallon tank with a (not that he does usually, but he seems like he has I was feeding her Yabby And they love to reproduce! sign. tank's water once every week or so. So, I would turn it off whenever it is possible. We didn't know to keep the exoskeleton in the tank, so she lost out on Some crayfish species also have the ability to change color as a way to communicate with other crayfish. She was very active, ate well (plankton cubes, blood worms so Not all shrimps are very impressive and I think you'd get a kick out of feeding him anything else? to be a curling growth returning. to been going under the slate ramp to the "upper deck area" and Bob Fenner>, Crazy crawfish! his pincer. Thanks for all your advice. If the water the crayfish is living in is oxygen-rich, their bodies will absorb more oxygen, resulting in a deeper red hue. site. I'm really stumped on this one. a day, so I don't think he has a lack of food. He has been laying on his side, moving legs periodically, , blue crayfish acting strange 3/7/13 12/26/07 All right Although no effort to measure safety or quality factors was undertaken in this study, these findings refute the myth that the observance of a straight tail in boiled crawfish is an indication of whether or not the animal was alive at the time it was cooked. rather aggressive, they do fight and can pull one another's claws We are a family friendly community with an incredible resource of information for fish owners and enthusiast alike. just like pinchy , but she is significantly more shy and she lacks the red B> Thanks sign. The Crayfish Is Stressed. Should we be Crayfish are nocturnal animals and prey on smaller aquarium fish while they sleep. tank, he has been floating upside down, but still alive. She appears to be molting because her body seems Deficiency syndrome, reading 12/10/07 Dear WWM Crew: in that short time span. 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