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

Impact ID9406
Impact TypeFood Web
Study TypeExperimental
Study LocationLaboratory
Impact DescriptionFaxonius rusticus have an indirect positive effect on periphyton through the reduction of snail abundance. The resulting algal blooms in invaded areas are likely the result of F. rusticus being a much less efficient grazer than the macroinvertebrates it replaces.
Reference22839
Great Lakes RegionNo
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