erinwilliams Posted October 10, 2014 Share Posted October 10, 2014 Hey guys! I need your help! I am student at the University of Lethbridge and our Environmental Science class in trying to determine the distribution of a small crayfish, Orconectes virilis, throughout Alberta for a term project. Orconectes virilis would look quite similar to a small lobster but can be easily identified by their bright blue chelipeds (pincers). These crayfish can grow up to 12 cm long and are most active at night! I have attached a picture for easy reference If you believe you have seen one of these (or even just their blue pincer exoskeletons) in your favorite fishing spot, I would love it if you could comment and answer a few quick questions such as the approximate date and location of your sighting! Thanks in advance!Erin W. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dipperdan Posted October 11, 2014 Share Posted October 11, 2014 Your making me hungry!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dipperdan Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 I have seen them , but can't recall were. Thinking on the Pembina area , maybe Rat creek. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kemo99 Posted October 13, 2014 Share Posted October 13, 2014 I don't think I've run across any in the pembina system or elsewhere in Alberta streams. The kids fish for crayfish in a local storm water pond in st Albert , but I don't know if they are this variety. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LanceLakusta Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 I've hand caught a few Crayfish at East Pit Lake, I'm not certain if its the species you looking for though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garhan Posted November 14, 2014 Share Posted November 14, 2014 I have come across them on the NSR in various locations. The Science Park, Outlet below Whitemud Bridge on the North Bank. Whitemud Creek, Riverbend. The Beaver River at Cold Lake, Amisk Lake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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