Faxonius rusticus
Faxonius rusticus
(Rusty Crayfish)
Crustaceans-Crayfish
Native Transplant

Impact ID1989
Impact TypeRecreation
Study TypeObservational
Study LocationField
Impact DescriptionMany anglers use the crayfish as bait, which is thought to be the main vector for the species' spread, and this study supports the hypothesis based on the spread of crayfish over time occurs first in areas with intense fishing pressure.
Reference27348
Great Lakes RegionNo
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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [12/4/2024].

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