5 results for Faxonius rusticus (Rusty Crayfish)

Impact ID Scientific Name Impact Type Study Type Study Location Impact Description Geographic Location Reference
1988 Faxonius rusticus Recreation Anecdotal N/A Many anglers use the crayfish as bait, which is thought to be the main vector for the species' spread. 14617
1989 Faxonius rusticus Recreation Observational Field Many 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. 27348
1990 Faxonius rusticus Recreation Anecdotal N/A Many anglers use the crayfish as bait, which is thought to be the main vector for the species' spread. 14628
9453 Faxonius rusticus Recreation Anecdotal N/A Due to its conspicuousness during daylight hours relative to native crayfish species, Faxonius rusticus has resulted in a decline in recreational swimming in areas where present, as swimmers fear stepping on it and being pinched by its large claws. 25552
9454 Faxonius rusticus Recreation Anecdotal N/A Faxonius rusticus introduction is also believed to reduce sport fish populations especially pan-fish (Lepomis macrochirus and L. gibbosus) by either egg predation or competition with juveniles. Researchers have calculated fisheries damages of F. rusticus in Vilas County, Wisconsin to be about $1.5 million annually. 27658

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