Do all crayfish have claws?

Semantics. Lobsters without claws, like spiny and rock lobsters, are often called crayfish, even though technically the term is incorrect. ... These include crawdad, crayfish, crays and even mud bugs or mud puppies.

Do female crayfish have claws?

Breeding in crawfish tends to occur in the fall, when they reach sexual maturity. Female crawfish display different reproductive preferences based on certain male traits. Females prefer large claws in males; males use their claws (chelae) against opponents and to attract, secure and position females for mating.