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A New Crayfish Species Was Hiding in Plain Sight Among Common Aquarium Pets, Researchers Find
Native to Indonesian New Guinea, the crustacean comes in two color forms and is a popular pet choice in Europe, Japan, the ...
New colorful species of crayfish discovered in aquarium shipment
These crayfish –also called crawfish or crawdads–are native to New Guinea. Their cool hues have made them popular aquarium ...
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Dusty crayfish: A new species that's been hiding in plain sight
Meet the Dusty Crayfish: a vibrant aquarium favorite revealed as a new species with fascinating features and conservation ...
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Blue crawdads are found in West Virginia more than anywhere else
The blue crayfish can be identified by the bright red on the tips of its claws. About half of the population of Blue Crayfish live in West Virginia. If you’re in the higher elevations of West ...
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Brightly colored creature — kept in pet aquariums globally — discovered as new species
These animals had been some of “the first freshwater crayfish” from New Guinea to be exported as aquarium pets over 21 years ago. Ever since, the hazy blue and purple crayfish have become ...