The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is reminding the public and seafood distributors that importing and possessing live red swamp crayfish is banned in the state. Swamp crayfish are also known as crawfish or Louisiana crawfish. Officials say they compete aggressively with native species for food and habitat, and have been known to cause structural damage to property. Any individuals and businesses that import, sell or possess live crawfish in Illinois are subject to fines and penalties.
IDNR: Swamp Crayfish Possession Is Banned
Jun 16, 2023 | 6:27 AM