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

Impact ID9424
Impact TypePredation/Herbivory
Study TypeObservational
Study LocationField
Impact DescriptionThere are several lake trout (Salvelinus namaycush) spawning reefs in the southern basin of Lake Michigan where egg predation by rusty crayfish (Faxonius rusticus) may be particularly harmful to ongoing trout restoration efforts.
Reference42883
Great Lakes RegionYes
Cost 
LocationLake Michigan

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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [5/8/2024].

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