Adult rusty crayfish can reach 10 centimeters (4 inches) in length, although they reach maturity at about 4.4 cm (1.7 in), and can range in color from greenish grey, to reddish brown, They can be easily recognized by two "rusty", reddish colored spots on the sides of their back and their large front claws with black bands around the tips.
Male rusty crayfish have small hook-like features on their first pair of hind legs that they use to hold onto a female while mating.
Adult rusty crayfish can reach 10 centimeters (4 inches) in length, although they reach maturity at about 4.4 cm (1.7 in), and can range in color from greenish grey, to reddish brown, They can be easily recognized by two "rusty", reddish colored spots on the sides of their back and their large front claws with black bands around the tips. Male rusty crayfish have small hook-like features on their first pair of hind legs that they use to hold onto a female while mating.
Rusty crayfish