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THE CRAYFISH ODYSSEY

The unsung heroes of our creeks are undoubtedly the Spiny Crayfishes. They're the living dinosaurs that keep our waterways tidy and our iconic creatures fed.

As we rug up for winter, spare a thought for the tiny baby crayfish that are just starting out life. Right now, they're just eggs glued under their mum's tail. Soon, they'll hatch into little bug-like critters, clinging on for dear life. Without letting go, they have to shed their exoskeleton twice – transforming into that distinctive crayfish shape while remaining

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