Can you eat a dead crawfish?

Whether dead crawfish can be eaten depends on the specific circumstances: 1. Recently deceased crawfish: If the crawfish has just died, it is generally safe to eat. At this point, harmful substances have not yet significantly developed, and thorough cooking at high temperatures can effectively kill bacteria, posing minimal risk to health. 2. Crawfish dead for an extended period: If the crawfish has been dead for more than an hour, it is not recommended for consumption. Over time, parasites multiply rapidly and harmful substances such as aflatoxins may develop. Eating such crawfish may lead to bacterial infections and gastrointestinal illnesses, including diarrhea and vomiting. Aflatoxins also carry a certain risk of carcinogenicity.