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Yabby

Cherax destructor

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, temperate coniferous forests, and temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, among 7 distinct biome types spanning the Indomalayan and Palearctic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (China), Europe (4 countries), and North America (Mexico). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇨🇳 China 🇫🇷 France 🇩🇪 Germany 🇲🇽 Mexico 🇳🇴 Norway 🇿🇦 South Africa 🇪🇸 Spain

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Malacostraca (Crustaceans)

Species

Cherax destructor (Yabby)

Names in Other Languages

French écrevisse de Murray

German Australischer Flußkrebs

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Hairy Marron

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Yabby?

The scientific name of Yabby is Cherax destructor. It belongs to the genus Cherax.

What is the conservation status of Yabby?

Yabby (Cherax destructor) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Yabby live?

Yabby is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (China), Europe (4 countries), and North America (Mexico). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include China, France, Germany, Mexico, Norway, South Africa, Spain.

What family does Yabby belong to?

Yabby (Cherax destructor) belongs to the genus Cherax, which is part of the taxonomic family Parastacidae.

Is Yabby endangered?

Yes, Yabby (Cherax destructor) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Yabby belong to?

Yabby (Cherax destructor) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Yabby?

The closest relatives of Yabby in the genus Cherax include Hairy Marron, Koonac, Redclaw.