Red Claw Crayfish

Freshwater species not currently found in South Australia.

Red Claw Crayfish is a native to Queensland that can compete with native species for food and habitat.

Declared noxious under the Fisheries Management Act 2007. Noxious species are a severe threat to the natural environment and industries. They cannot be held or traded in South Australia without specific authorisation and must not be returned to the water if caught.

What to look for:

• dark brown to blue green colour
• adult males have distinctive red patch on the outer margins of the claws
• up to 600 grams.