Any decapod crustacean of the family Astacidæ (genera Cambarus and Cambarus), resembling the lobster, but smaller, and found in fresh waters. Crawfishes are esteemed very delicate food both in Europe and America. The North American species are numerous and mostly belong to the genus Cambarus. The blind crawfish of the Mammoth Cave is Cambarus pellucidus. The common European species is Astacus fluviatilis.
tiny lobsterlike crustaceans usually boiled briefly.
a large edible marine crustacean having a spiny carapace but lacking the large pincers of true lobsters.
(craw' fish) Spicy fresh water shell fish, also known as "mudbugs" from the bayous
Resembling miniature lobsters, Crayfish are prepared in just the same way—boil, grill, bake, etc.
Sometimes spelled "crayfish" but always pronounced crawfish. Resembling toy lobsters, these little critters are known locally as "mudbugs" because they live in the mud of freshwater streams. They are served in a variety of ways, including boiled, fried, and in etouffee.
tiny lobster-like crustaceans usually boiled briefly
small freshwater decapod crustacean that resembles a lobster
A small fresh water crustacean related to the lobster.
"Mudbug"- Crustacean served boiled or fried or cooked in a variety of unbelievably delectable dishes
A small freshwater crustacean which looks something like a small lobster.