The digger crayfish is a burrowing freshwater crustacean with a stout body and a reddish-brown to gray coloration. It resides in wetlands, floodplains, and moist terrestrial habitats in the southeastern United States. Typically reaching up to 4 inches in length, it is known for its extensive burrowing activities, creating complex tunnel systems that help aerate the soil and influence water flow. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
BiteGuide combines your real-time weather, water conditions, and target species to suggest lures and colors that'll work right now. Built on millions of real catches from the world's largest fishing community.



Find out what lures to use, download the Fishbrain app!



Digger crayfish
length · weight


Continue browsing catches and catch locations in the Fishbrain app
Scan the QR code to download the app!

Free trial available