Eriocheir sinensis
Eriocheir sinensis
(Chinese mitten crab)
Crustaceans-Crabs
Exotic
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Impacts

3 results for Eriocheir sinensis (Chinese mitten crab)

Impact ID Scientific Name Impact Type Study Type Study Location Impact Description Reference
2388 Eriocheir sinensis Recreation Anecdotal N/A Eriocheir sinensis is claimed to steal the bait of anglers frequently, as well as attach... 14027
2396 Eriocheir sinensis Recreation Observational N/A When Eriocheir sinensis is in large enough densities, it often steals the bait of anglers. 33686
9219 Eriocheir sinensis Recreation Anecdotal N/A Eriocheir sinensis steals bait and damages fishing gear. 42544

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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [4/26/2024].

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