To understand why crawfish are so widely available, we have to look at their life cycle. Per LSU AgCulture literature, following a successful crawfish courtship, the female will carry her partner ...

"Their life cycle has really evolved to coordinate with the weather patterns in Louisiana and other parts of the Gulf Coast region," Lutz said. To understand why crawfish are so widely available ...

But unpredictable weather like cold fronts, could disrupt the crawfish life cycle. "Without fail, we always get that cold patch in the middle of February," Garner said.

During that critical time in the crawfish life cycle, from May to October, total rainfall in Louisiana was down nearly 44 percent from the previous four-year average.

Day in the life: Exploring 2 Houston crawfish dealers during tough season Honore's Cajun Cafe and Out The Mud are some of Space City's most popular crawfish purveyors. By Erica Cheng , Food ...

A record-breaking heat wave and the worst drought the state has ever seen have severely affected the season's crawfish harvest, causing an estimated $140 million loss. Now, Louisianians either ...

Texas crawfish season typically runs January to July a peak of March to May. While prices may be down this year, they could be in short supply to start the season.

Texas crawfish season typically runs January to July a peak of March to May. While prices may be down this year, they could be in short supply to start the season. To stream KHOU 11 on your phone ...