Tasmania Giant Crayfish
Astacopsis gouldi
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameAstacopsis gouldi
Other namesTasmanian Giant Freshwater Lobster, Tasmanian Giant Freshwater Crayfish, Giant Freshwater Lobster
SizeUp to 80 cm (31 in)
WeightUp to 3 kg (6.6 lb)
FamilyCrustaceans / Parastacidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionInhabit rivers, streams & creeks in deep pools amongst logs & other types of woody debris
Depth Range0 - 5 m (16 ft)
