Keep crawfish cool
Store them in a well-ventilated container
Keep them moist, not submerged
Use damp newspaper, burlap, or wet towels
Do not seal them in an airtight container
Keep them out of direct sunlight
Avoid extreme heat
Change or refresh the damp covering as needed
Remove dead crawfish promptly
Do not stack them too deeply
Keep them in a refrigerator only if needed and not frozen
Use them as soon as possible
Handle them gently to avoid stress