4 results for Procambarus virginalis (marbled crayfish)

Impact ID Scientific Name Impact Type Study Type Study Location Impact Description Geographic Location Reference
6627 Procambarus virginalis Commerce Anecdotal N/A Anecdotal observations from Madagascar suggest a significant impact on fish populations. Local fishermen reported that Procambarus virginalis have destroyed fishing in their area. 31149
6628 Procambarus virginalis Commerce Anecdotal N/A There is serious concern in Madagascar that the invasion of Procambarus virginalis will negatively impact rice culture by feeding on and destroying young plants. 31150
7162 Procambarus virginalis Commerce Anecdotal N/A Procambarus virginalis form populations capable of self-reproduction in the presence of one individual creating a threat to agriculture in the Ukraine. Ukraine 42144
9301 Procambarus virginalis Commerce Observational Field A socio-economic survey in Madagascar reports negative impacts on rice farming from marbled crayfish burrowing. Negative impacts were reported across all sites and linked to marbled crayfish burrows destroying the mud walls around the rice fields. Other responses, however, indicate perceived positive impact on rice farming because marbled crayfish burrowing behavior loosens and aerates the soil. Madagascar 41946

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