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Southern crayfish

Procambarus alleni

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This species is only native to the United States!

Species Type:

Invertebrates

Common Name(s):

Southern crayfish

Size:

Southern crayfish can grow up to 2.76 inches (7 centimeters) long.

Diet:

Southern crayfish eat mosquito larvae and worms.

Range & Habitat:

These freshwater crayfish can be found along both of Florida's coasts and coastal California in ephemeral pools, ditches, lakes and flooded marshes.

Details:

Southern crayfish are bright blue in color with minor red spotting near their sides and belly. They have two large claws, eight legs and a strong tail.