Another name for Australian freshwater lobster: red crayfish, scientific name: four-ridged light-shelled southern crayfish, English name: Cherax quadricarinatus; the origin is Australia. Its appearance is very similar to that of sea lobsters, and it is one of the most valuable freshwater prawns in the world. The body color of Australian freshwater lobster is mainly brown and green, and the outer top of the claw of mature male shrimp has a membranous bright red band, which is very beautiful, so it is also known as red crayfish. The viewing value is very high.

1. Introduction of Australian freshwater lobster

Australian freshwater lobster is a large freshwater crayfish belonging to the order Decapodidae. , mainly in Australia. In recent years, Australian freshwater lobster has been introduced and cultivated in Guangdong Province and has successively achieved artificial breeding and successful cultivation of adult shrimp. At present, it has been truly scattered in various regions. Australian freshwater lobsters are called freshwater lobsters because they are large in size, somewhat similar in appearance to sea lobsters, and only live in fresh water. The individual weight can reach about 100-200g, the whole body is composed of 20 segments, and there are 4 longitudinally arranged ridges on the front of the back of the carapace.

2. Characteristics of Australian freshwater lobsters

1. The body is large and plump, generally weighing 100-200g, and the largest individual is 500g.

2. It grows fast, reproduces fast, yields high, and looks very nice. In addition to being used for eating shrimp, it can also be raised as ornamental shrimp.

3. Strong adaptability, able to endure harsh climate environment, the best feeding water temperature is between 5-35 ℃.

4. Miscellaneous in nature, it eats animal feed, artificial feed and humus, so it is very easy to raise.

5. The appearance is beautiful, the body color is brown-green, the head, chest and abdomen are evenly connected, and the outer is covered with a hard shell; the continental freshwater lobster looks mighty and beautiful, so it has both ornamental value.

6. High economic benefits. Australian freshwater lobster not only has high yield, but also has strong resistance to vitality, which is convenient for long-distance transportation.