How big does the biggest crayfish (Astacopsis spp) grow to?

[shmaltz]

Hello,

I am trying to track down some literature (hopefully peer-reviewed, or something with photographs) that has a record of the largest Astacopsis or Euastacus (Parastacidae) ever known. Or that has an estimate of how large these species can grow. Any help would be appreciated.

Thank you,

Mark Schultz

[jwfetz]

I would try contacting Todd Walsh (Tasmania) as he works directly with Astacopsis and probably has a good handle on the appropriate literature.
The latest e-mail I have for him is: giantlobsters@hotmail.com

Hope that helps.

Cheers,
Jim