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Distribution
The mini crayfish are often found in warmer climates, including Mexico, the are of the United States surrounding the Gulf of Mexico and China. North American sites where the crustaceans normally occupy include Western Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana. In Mexico, the dwarf crayfish can be found in the Oaxaca region, which is located in the southern part of the country. In the eastern hemisphere, South East China's is often the residence of the mini crayfish.
Aquatic Terrain
Often found in rivers, streams and ponds, mini-crayfish tends to be found in fresh water. They usually prefer lentic habitats, which means the in or outlets of the body of water, in temperatures that average around 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Common areas include low flood plains and drainages of major rivers. Additionally, their natural habitat is often low-turbine (slow moving) to still with a lot of sandy and rocky areas for the crayfish to hide under.
Food Requirements
In order for the dwarf crayfish species to propagate and area, the water needs to be rich with food. Though the tiny crustaceans are scavengers, they require that the water be dense with microorganism and algae---areas which often have a high level of light penetration. For this reason, they tend to populate marshy areas, bogs or spots along the bed with high levels of vegetation.
Domesticated
A 10-gallon fish tank is normally big enough to house up to three dwarf crayfish. The water should be kept warm with the use of a heater at a temperature between 70 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Lay gravel down and make sure to outfit it with rocks and small pieces of drift wood, places the creature can hide under. Additionally plants can be added to the aquarium, as the crayfish is not likely to destroy its surroundings. However, when domesticating mini crayfish, they are often housed alone or with other crustaceans, as their claws can injure regular fish.