Fishing for Common yabby

Cherax destructor

The common yabby is a freshwater crustacean known for its smooth, bluish to brownish shell and long, slender claws. Native to rivers, lakes, and farm dams across southeastern Australia, it typically measures 4-8 inches in length and weighs around 0.2-0.5 pounds. It feeds on detritus and plant material, displaying opportunistic scavenging behavior and often burrowing into mud for shelter. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Vulnerable

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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