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How long does it take yabbies to grow?
Yabbies grow fastest at 22-28° C. At juvenile (1-2g) stocking rates of 5-10/m2 (in a grow-out pond), yabbies show 50-70% survival. Yabbies can average 40-60g in 6 months in summer conditions (above 20° C); growth rates can vary and individuals will range from 5-100g after 1 year.
How big do blue yabbies grow?
Yabbies occasionally reach up to 30 cm (12 in) in length, but are more commonly 10–20 cm (4–8 in) long….
| Common yabby | |
|---|---|
| Order: | Decapoda |
| Family: | Parastacidae |
| Genus: | Cherax |
| Species: | C. destructor |
How do you make yabbies grow faster?
Trapping farm dams every six weeks reduces the density and increases the size of yabbies. Regular trapping can double the value of yabbies harvested from your ponds. Farmers usually sell all the market-size yabbies caught in their traps and return undersize animals to the dam.
Why do yabbies turn blue?
When yabbies are caught in a dam they are a muddy brown colour but in fresh water they can be quite colourful shades such as electric blue, pale blue, almost white and may even have orange highlights. Adding new yabbies to existing ones in a tank could result in fights since yabbies are very territorial.
What time of year is best to catch yabbies?
You can catch yabbies year-round, but the best time to try is summer and early autumn. From late-autumn, through winter and into early spring, they bury themselves in the mud to conserve energy, mate and protect themselves. Over the years I have cooked them in many ways.
Are yabbies healthy to eat?
Health care Yabbies are extremely likely to remain free of any diseases or ailments as long as they’re looked after properly. If they are kept in the best quality water, fed appropriately nutrient-rich diets and aren’t stressed, they will live long, healthy and happy lives.
How often should you feed yabbies?
Yabbies can live for months without eating, so feed them every one or two days. Make sure to remove leftover food as soon as possible to avoid water contamination.