This detailed illustration captures the remarkable Australian common yabby in its natural freshwater habitat. Robyn Clarke's skilled rendering brings to life this iconic freshwater crayfish, showcasing its distinctive blue-green colouration, powerful claws, and segmented body as it navigates amongst the rocks and sandy bottom of its aquatic environment.
The artwork portrays the yabby's impressive anatomy with scientific precision—from its sturdy carapace and jointed legs to its long antennae and characteristic tail fan. The detailed rendering of the rocky substrate and aquatic setting creates an authentic sense of the yabby's underwater world, while highlighting the creature's remarkable adaptation to Australia's inland waterways.
Common yabbies are found throughout much of eastern Australia, inhabiting rivers, dams, and billabongs where they play important ecological roles as both scavengers and prey species. These resilient crustaceans are renowned for their ability to survive drought conditions by burrowing deep into mud, and they hold special significance in Australian culture as both a recreational fishing target and a beloved part of childhood creek exploration.
The perfect addition to any nature lover's collection or an ideal gift for those who appreciate Australian wildlife art.
Available in:
• A4 size (210 × 297 mm / 8.27 × 11.69 inches)
• A5 size (148 × 210 mm / 5.83 × 8.27 inches)
• A6 Card (105 × 148 mm / 4.13 × 5.83 inches)
Orientation: Portrait
All items arrive carefully packaged to protect their pristine condition during shipping.
Part of Robyn Clarke's Australian Wildlife Collection, celebrating the unique beauty of native fauna through thoughtful observation and artistic precision.
