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How do you rid the lawn of crayfish?

Updated: 10/7/2023
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Boat and equipment sanitation, intensive trapping, and natural enemies (such as bass and sunfish) are ways to rid the water of rusty crayfish. The invertebrate in question (Orconectes rustics) needs its occurrence reported to the local natural resource management agency since no chemical is target-specific to rusty crayfish -- identifiable by black-banded claw tips and rust-spotted backs -- and therefore will affect native non-aggressive, non-invasive species. Preventative measures range from cleaning boats and equipment of aquatic animals, mud, and plants; disposing of unwanted bait; rinsing boats and equipment in high-pressure or hot-tap water; and spacing use of boats and equipment by a five-day drying out period.

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Decreasing moisture levels and using baited traps are ways to rid lawns of crayfish. The invertebrates in question (Astacoidea and Parastacoidea superfamilies) dislike arid, dry conditions so moisture may be controlled, or not, by dispersing surface water or lowering the water table. Traps baited with decomposing fish or mashed sardines and anchored with lawn spikes and net staples against foraging possums, raccoons and skunks need to be checked regularly, with captured crayfish sustainably recycled as fishing bait or, if the lawn environment is chemical-free, steamed for appetizers, lunches, snacks or suppers.

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Crayfish, as mole crickets," can be deterred with environmentally safe pesticides. Crayfish as small lobster-like invertebrates can be used as bait.

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