Procambarus virginalis
Procambarus virginalis
(marbled crayfish)
Crustaceans-Crayfish
Cryptogenic

Impact ID9289
Impact TypeFood Web
Study TypeExperimental
Study LocationLaboratory
Impact DescriptionProcambarus virginalis, in lab studies, has demonstrated trophic plasticity in lake food webs. Its introduction impacts macrophytes, macrophyte-dependent organisms, and the allochthonous detritus decomposition in invaded ecosystems.
Reference40078
Great Lakes RegionNo
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