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

Impact ID9416
Impact TypePredation/Herbivory
Study TypeObservational
Study LocationField
Impact DescriptionFaxonius rusticus prey on threatened, native bivalves in northeastern United States. Although native crayfish also prey on these bivalves, F. rusticus can live at very high densities so the threat of increased predator populations can harm already threatened unionid populations.
Reference17653
Great Lakes RegionNo
Cost 
LocationSusquehanna River, New York

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