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Procambarus fallax

Slough Crayfish

A freshwater crayfish found in slow, swampy water. It digs burrows, eats plants and animals, and helps clean up decaying matter.

Common Name
Slough Crayfish
Scientific Name
Procambarus fallax
Realm
Freshwater
Biome
Freshwater Lake, Lakeshore
Introduction Method
Intentional Seeding
Date First Introduced
April 17, 2023

Section Notes

A freshwater crayfish found in slow, swampy water. It digs burrows, eats plants and animals, and helps clean up decaying matter.

Current Estimated Population
20
Population Status
Established
Date Last Observed
November 02, 2025
Trophic Level
Primary Consumer
Feeding Niche / Method
Grazer
Dietary Inputs
Eats plants, snails and worms. Generally anything edible
Known Predators
None Known

Classification Pending

Pending

This section will expand as more information is documented for this species.

System Reproduction Status
Confirmed Breeding
Growth Rate
Moderate

Section Notes

Has reproduced successfully with now 5 generations since January 2026

Classification Pending

Pending

This section will expand as more information is documented for this species.

Biomes This Species Lives In

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April 17, 2026 Change

Fish removal reopens the lake food web

Slough Crayfish remain one of the larger consumers in the rebuilt post-removal lake food web.

Context Biome: Freshwater Lake
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