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There are over 30 species of yabby, a type of freshwater crayfish, in Australia. Different species may be known by various other names, such as marron, koonacs and gilgies. In addition there are another 70 or so freshwater crayfish which do not belong to the yabby genus.

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How many types of yabbies?

Yabbies, a type of freshwater crayfish, primarily refer to the species Cherax destructor, found in Australia. While Cherax is a diverse genus with several species, the term "yabby" typically encompasses this specific species. Other related species exist within the Cherax genus, but Cherax destructor is the most commonly recognized and referred to as yabbies.


What do they call crayfish in Australia?

Crayfish are known as both crayfish and yabbies in Australia. "Yabbies" are freshwater crayfish, often found in rivers, creeks and dams in rural areas.


Where do yabby lives?

Yabbies live in creeks, dams, rivers, irrigation channels in Australia.


What does 'yabbies' mean in Australia?

Yabbies are like a small fresh water prawn or cray fish. They are commonly found in creeks and scavange for food.


What are some beach animals?

There are many species of crab, shellfish, worms, yabbies etc that live in the sand and mud on beaches.


Do yabbies live in Australia?

Yes. 'Yabby' is the term for an Australian freshwater crayfish.


What eats a yabby?

A yabby is a threat to any number of species. Large fish such as the Murray cod are particularly fond of them, as are many species of bird. Larger crayfish, and even other yabbies if given the chance will eat them, as yabbies have cannibalistic tendancies. Animals such as the playtupus and others are also known to eat yabbies. Lets not forget humans too!


Where yabby's live?

Yabbies live in creeks, dams, rivers, irrigation channels in Australia.


Do yabbies have teeth?

No.


Do yabbies have bones?

No. Yabbies have an exoskeleton.


Are there any amphibians in Australia?

Yes there are many species of amphibians in Australia. Australia has about 230 species of native frogs, but no salamanders, newts or axolotls.


How many different species of coral can be found in Australia?

1279 species