Will crayfish eat pond lilies and other pond plants.

[FriendlyLoach]

I want to put some in my pond, but also want to have pond plants. 

Thanks

[Keeg]

To my understanding crayfish will eat all sorts of plants. As for lilies, I think the crayfish will totally start eating the stems that reach the bottom and separating the lilies from their roots. Floating plants should be okay and anything that grows crazy fast might be able to cope by shooting new leaves faster than they can snip them. If really really want lilies, maybe don't add a ton of crayfish and put a ton of lilies surrounded by a physical barrier of rocks/ plants/ wood/ etc. at the base. Or separate a section of the pond using tank dividers up to/ above the surface of the water for your lilies. That is what I would do, also I really like your profile pick, looks professional and the close up looks nice. 

[FriendlyLoach]

1 hour ago, Keeg said:

That is what I would do, also I really like your profile pick, looks professional and the close up looks nice. 

Thanks, I did not take the pic though.