Murray Crayfish
Euastacus armatus
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Euastacus armatus
Other names
Murray River Crayfish, Freshwater Crays, Spiny Freshwater Crays, Spinies
Size
Up to 17.4 cm (6.85 in) carapace
Weight
Over 2 kg (4.4 lbs)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Freshwater streams and rivers in burrows under rocks and logs
Depth Range
0 - 5 m (16 ft)
