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| Yabbie (Cherax destructor) is a freshwater crayfish. They are surly, wet and live in holes in the banks and taste great! |
| Minniribbie Yabbie Farm started with a pilot scheme in 1987. The venture proved successful and now boasts eight kilometres of channels. |
Water quality is essential for yabbie production and oxygen levels are critical. Correct ph is essential for shell growth, as the yabbies moult to grow.
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| When their shell is too tight, they remove the calcium from their shell and store it. They then shed the old shell and expand rapidly. |
| The yabbie are actually inside a very thick skin and harden their new shell from the stored calcium. |
| Warmer temperatures are best for breeding and catching. |
| See our recipe page for some delicious yabbie recipes. |
