Macrobrachium Australiense Shrimp 1-3cm
Macrobrachium Australiense Shrimp brings large freshwater-prawn behaviour and an imposing invertebrate display to a suitably prepared aquarium. Plan the purchase around long-term space, water, diet and compatibility rather than treating it as an automatic clean-up solution.
Quick Facts
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Scientific name: Macrobrachium australiense
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Product type: Macrobrachium freshwater prawn
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Sale size: Approximately 1–3cm as listed
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Sale unit: One individual per quantity ordered unless the selected variant states otherwise
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Social needs: Territorial and opportunistic; may injure or eat smaller tank mates
Is this for you?
Perfect if: you have a species-focused or carefully planned large-invertebrate aquarium.
Consider something else if: you need a peaceful community shrimp or are choosing solely from the juvenile sale size.
Why choose Macrobrachium Australiense Shrimp?
Choose Macrobrachium Australiense Shrimp for large freshwater-prawn behaviour and an imposing invertebrate display. Base compatibility and long-term housing on its adult requirements; individual appearance and maturity can vary.
Key Benefits
- Large freshwater-prawn behaviour and an imposing invertebrate display
- Care guidance focused on this invertebrate group
- Clear sale-size and sale-unit information for purchase planning
Care & Specifications
Plan a spacious, mature aquarium around the adult prawn rather than the juvenile sale size. Provide strong filtration, secure hides, broken sight lines and a tight lid, with enough room for moulting and territory.
Social requirements: Territorial and opportunistic; may injure or eat smaller tank mates.
What will you receive?
You will receive the selected quantity of Macrobrachium Australiense Shrimp. Size within any stated sale range, colour, markings, maturity and sex can vary unless the listing explicitly fixes them.
Acclimation & Introduction
Prepare the invertebrate aquarium before arrival and follow current NTA livestock acclimation guidance. Reduce lighting, avoid sudden changes in temperature or mineral content, keep transport water out of the display where practical, and observe movement and condition after introduction.
Ongoing Care
Offer a varied sinking omnivore or crustacean diet in controlled portions. Watch feeding so dominant animals do not exclude others.
Maintain stable water with regular testing and appropriately sized water changes. Review the setup as the animals grow, moult, reproduce or change their social behaviour.
Pairs perfectly with
- A mature aquarium prepared for the exact invertebrate
- Reliable water tests and an invertebrate-safe maintenance routine
- Species-appropriate food, cover and protected filtration
NTA Insight:
Moulting prawns are vulnerable, while established adults can be formidable. Multiple secure hides and a separation plan are practical essentials.
Before You Buy
Confirm adult size, water requirements, diet and compatibility for Macrobrachium Australiense Shrimp before ordering. The listed sale size describes current stock, not its permanent size.
Many aquarium invertebrates are sensitive to copper and abrupt water changes. Check every medication, fertiliser and tank mate before use or introduction.
FAQ
Can this Macrobrachium live with small fish or shrimp?
Do not rely on it. Smaller tank mates may be caught, injured or eaten, particularly after lights dim.
Will the supplied Macrobrachium Australiense Shrimp match the photograph exactly?
No. Livestock photographs represent the species or variety; colour, markings, size and maturity naturally vary.
Is the listed size the adult size?
No. It is an approximate sale size where stated. Confirm adult requirements before purchase.
