How to Raise a Blue Lobster

Several species of blue lobster exist, some originating in the Indian and Pacific Oceans or in waters along the coast of Florida. The blue lobster is omnivorous and small, more like the size of a crayfish than a red lobster. Raising a blue lobster is rather easy because it isn̵7;t a fussy eater and requires minimal care. If you provide your blue lobster ample hiding places in the tank, a bed of sand or gravel and some aquatic plants, your blue lobster will thrive.

Things You'll Need

  • Blue lobster
  • Aquarium tank, 20 to 25 gallons or larger
  • Gravel or sand
  • Aquatic plants
  • Rocks
  • Caves or hiding places
  • Freshwater salt
  • Tank lid
  • Fish flakes or shrimp pellets
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Instructions

    • 1

      Prepare an aquarium tank that is 20 to 25 gallons or larger. Line the bottom of the tank with a 2-inch layer of gravel or sand substrate. Add aquatic plants, rocks and caves or hiding places for your blue lobster.

    • 2

      Fill the tank with water that is 55 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit and a pH of 7.0. Add freshwater salt to the water, following the directions on the package.

    • 3

      Place your blue lobster into the tank. Secure a tight-fitting lid of fine mesh on top of the tank to prevent the blue lobster from escaping.

    • 4

      Feed your baby blue lobster one large, crushed fish flake in the morning and another in the afternoon or evening every day. Feed an adult blue lobster one large shrimp pellet in the morning and a second in the evening.