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Faxonius lancifer

Faxonius lancifer

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Faxonius lancifer, the shrimp crayfish, is a species of crayfish in the family Cambaridae. It is widespread in the South-Eastern United States.[2]

Description

Faxonius lancifer is a small crayfish. The adults range in size from about 2 inches (5.1 cm) to 3 inches (7.6 cm).[3]

Distribution and habitat

The original specimens came from Tallahatchie River at Rocky Ford, near the town of Etta, Union County, Mississippi.[4] It is generally found in deep, slow rivers, large streams or lakes throughout its range.

References

  1. ^ "Orconectes lancifer". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2010. 2010. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2010-3.RLTS.T153970A4570634.en. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
  2. ^ a b "Faxonius lancifer". NatureServe Explorer An online encyclopedia of life. 7.1. NatureServe. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
  3. ^ "Shrimp crayfish". MDC Teacher Portal. Missouri Department of Conservation. Retrieved 18 October 2022.
  4. ^ Crandall, Keith A; De Grave, Sammy (2017). "An updated classification of the freshwater crayfishes (Decapoda: Astacidea) of the world, with a complete species list". Journal of Crustacean Biology. 37 (5): 615–653. doi:10.1093/jcbiol/rux070.

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Faxonius lancifer: Brief Summary

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Faxonius lancifer, the shrimp crayfish, is a species of crayfish in the family Cambaridae. It is widespread in the South-Eastern United States.

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