Freshwater Lobster -Introduction & Farming (Part1)

Red Claw lobsters (Cherax Quadricarinatus) are a tropical freshwater species of crayfish native to Northern Australia. They derive their name from the red colored claws that the adult males possess. Red Claw lobsters inhabit diverse freshwater environments such as streams, rivers, lakes, dams and swamps. These invertebrates have a life span between 2-5 years, are easy to care for, breed well and has commercial value for farming (both small or big scale) as well as as ornamental pets in home aquarium.