I know there are crayfish but I don't know what type. I don't see them everywhere though. I accidentally dug one up last year is the only reason I know they're there. I do have water fowl but they don't seem to bother iris or the rushes I have planted. I just planted picklerweed and some more rushes and sedges so I'll see if something eats them. I see no signs of the leaves which makes me think they were eaten. I haven't seen any turtles but I would think they would be around. Next time I'll try them in plastic pots in a kiddie pool or completely fenced I guess.