Crawfish

How much of the value of landings annually is attributed to crawfish?

• Crawfish contribute less than 5% of the annual value of landings.

• Approximately 20-30% of the annual value of landings is attributed to crawfish.

• 40-50% of the annual value of landings is attributed to crawfish.

• 10-15% of the annual value of landings is attributed to crawfish.

What is the primary habitat of crawfish?

• Freshwater environments

• Saltwater oceans

• Deserts

• Tundra

Which of the following is a common diet component for crawfish?

• Algae

• Cacti

• Polar bears

• Sand

Crawfish are most closely related to which of the following animals?

• Lobsters

• Frogs

• Snakes

• Birds

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NGSS.MS-LS4-2

What is the primary method of locomotion for crawfish?

• Walking

• Flying

• Slithering

• Hopping

Which of the following is a common predator of crawfish?

• Birds

• Elephants

• Giraffes

• Kangaroos

What is the scientific term for the process by which crawfish shed their exoskeleton?

• Molting

• Photosynthesis

• Respiration

• Fermentation

Crawfish are classified under which phylum?

• Arthropoda

• Chordata

• Mollusca

• Annelida

Which of the following is a distinguishing feature of crawfish?

• Exoskeleton

• Feathers

• Fur

• Scales

What role do crawfish play in their ecosystem?

• Decomposers

• Producers

• Primary consumers

• Top predators

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3