crayfish; crawfish; red swamp crayfish
Colloquial term, especially for the red swamp crayfish (Procambarus clarkii), often called アメリカザリガニ in formal contexts.
See also: アメリカザリガニ
When I was a child, I often caught crayfish in the river.
There are a lot of crayfish in this pond.
More formal and standard term for the same species; エビガニ is a colloquial alternative.
General term for crayfish; エビガニ is a more specific colloquial name often used for the red swamp crayfish.
Usually written in katakana; this is the most common practical spelling.
Kanji spelling; rarely used in practice.
Alternate kanji spelling; very rare.
Compound of エビ (shrimp) and カニ (crab), reflecting its appearance. The exact origin is uncertain, but it is a descriptive colloquial name.