Illegal crayfish sales are thriving along the N2 highway near Hibberdene, KwaZulu-Natal, sustained by motorists purchasing from roadside vendors. Authorities report the illicit trade has persisted for decades, directly benefiting poachers. These buyers, stopping at the N2 off-ramp, are unknowingly contributing to the depletion of crayfish populations and undermining conservation efforts. The practice highlights a consistent demand driving the illegal harvesting and sale of the protected species. Law enforcement is struggling to curb the trade due to the readily available market created by passing traffic. The ongoing activity poses a threat to the sustainability of crayfish in the region and raises concerns about the broader impact on marine ecosystems.