A centrepiece ornamental motif. This motif appears in three different variations in the Hutsul wood carving and inlay designs. 

The 1st and most common is a diamond-shaped motif with numerous hook- and curl-like endings associated with the legs of the crayfish and the crayfish in general, hence the name ‘rachky’ (crayfish). ‘Pivrachky’ (half-crayfish) is the same motif, divided into three parts, which look like triangles with endings. In addition to carving works, these motifs are commonly seen in embroidery. 

The 2nd type of motif consists of four ellipsoidal elements, or ‘grains,’ with sharp-pointed ends connected in the centre by a circular motif called ‘ochko’ (eye), and outer ends that diverge to create a slanted cross. The motif is sometimes also called ‘krosentsi’ (crosses). This motif is characteristic mainly for inlays. 

The 3rd type is a motif made up of three short segments converging in one centre or connected with an ‘ochko’ (eye) motif. The segments diverge from the centre at an angle of 120 degrees and end in small arches (‘pidkivky’, or horseshoes), which are turned outwards with their elbows. The motif is called ‘rachky’ because the arches resemble crayfish claws. It is used in metal inlays.