Astacus (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the family Astacidae; Old World crayfish.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The type genus Astacus contains several species of freshwater crayfish native to Europe and western Asia.
- Astacus is the type genus of the family Astacidae, commonly known as the freshwater crayfish or crawfish.
- Species within the genus Astacus are typically characterized by their distinctive shell shapes and vibrant colors.
- Astacus is closely related to the genus Pacifastacus, which contains several species of North American crayfish.
- Some species within the genus Astacus have been introduced to non-native habitats, causing significant ecological disruptions.