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Atlantic Stream Crayfish

Austropotamobius pallipes

Endangered

About

The Atlantic Stream Crayfish (Austropotamobius pallipes) is a species in the genus Austropotamobius. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests and temperate coniferous forests within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests and temperate coniferous forests within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Distributed across Ireland and United Kingdom. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇮🇪 Ireland 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Malacostraca (Crustaceans)

Species

Austropotamobius pallipes (Atlantic Stream Crayfish)

Names in Other Languages

German Dohlenkrebs

Similar Species in Austropotamobius

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Stone Crayfish

Austropotamobius torrentium

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Atlantic Stream Crayfish?

The scientific name of Atlantic Stream Crayfish is Austropotamobius pallipes. It belongs to the genus Austropotamobius.

What is the conservation status of Atlantic Stream Crayfish?

Atlantic Stream Crayfish (Austropotamobius pallipes) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Atlantic Stream Crayfish live?

Atlantic Stream Crayfish is found in Distributed across Ireland and United Kingdom. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Ireland, United Kingdom.

What family does Atlantic Stream Crayfish belong to?

Atlantic Stream Crayfish (Austropotamobius pallipes) belongs to the genus Austropotamobius, which is part of the taxonomic family Astacidae.

Is Atlantic Stream Crayfish endangered?

Yes, Atlantic Stream Crayfish (Austropotamobius pallipes) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Atlantic Stream Crayfish belong to?

Atlantic Stream Crayfish (Austropotamobius pallipes) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Atlantic Stream Crayfish?

The closest relatives of Atlantic Stream Crayfish in the genus Austropotamobius include Stone Crayfish.