However, unlike Snowden's refuge in Russia, the living environment of red claw Snowden shrimp is facing a severe test. Red claw snow shrimp is favored by aquarium lovers because of its bright and unique color. In recent years, its number has been greatly reduced.

Luke Hopp wrote in his research paper "Biological Keys": "It will be difficult to keep catching this kind of crayfish for commercial sale. If the popularity of this species continues to rise, people will have to introduce conservation management plans, which may include captive breeding. "