Spiny Crayfish
Euastacus spinifer
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameEuastacus spinifer
Other namesFreshwater Crayfish, Giant Spiny Crayfish
SizeUp to 14 cm (6 in) carapace
WeightUp to 1.8 kg (3.96 lbs)
FamilyCrustaceans / Parastacidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionFreshwater creeks & streams under rocks, wood debris & vegetation
Depth Range0 - 2 m (6.56 ft)
