Sooty Crayfish

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in marine, freshwater, and terrestrial environments.

Found in Norway.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

EX Extinct

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Malacostraca (Crustaceans)

Order

Decapoda (Decapoda)

Family

Astacidae

Genus

Pacifastacus

Species

Pacifastacus nigrescens (Sooty Crayfish)

Similar Species in Pacifastacus

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Columbia River Signal Crayfish

Pacifastacus leniusculus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sooty Crayfish?

The scientific name of Sooty Crayfish is Pacifastacus nigrescens. It belongs to the genus Pacifastacus.

What is the conservation status of Sooty Crayfish?

Sooty Crayfish (Pacifastacus nigrescens) is classified as Extinct by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Sooty Crayfish live?

Sooty Crayfish is found in Found in Norway.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Sooty Crayfish belong to?

Sooty Crayfish (Pacifastacus nigrescens) belongs to the genus Pacifastacus, which is part of the taxonomic family Astacidae.

What kingdom does Sooty Crayfish belong to?

Sooty Crayfish (Pacifastacus nigrescens) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Sooty Crayfish?

The closest relatives of Sooty Crayfish in the genus Pacifastacus include Columbia River Signal Crayfish.