The New Guinea crayfish discovery has also been tied to conservation. It “highlights the need for better management and identification in the aquatic pet trade as well as recognition and ...

The Australian redclaw crayfish invaded Texas waters in 2022 but has become a growing concern, according to Texas Parks and ...

Scientists have discovered a new species of colorful crayfish hiding in plain sight as a popular aquarium pet for over two decades, stated Popular Science. The new species, named Cherax ...

Biologists are monitoring an Australian crayfish that surprisingly showed up in Texas, fearing it could threaten local ...

“When a pet grows too big for an aquarium ... For now, researchers plan to continue monitoring the spread of redclaw crayfish. “I’m hoping it’s just a small population that we’ll ...

Locals in southern Texas reported an “interesting-looking critter” that officials found to be an invasive crayfish species ...

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An invasive species of crayfish is spreading through Texas waters, sparking grave wildlife concerns for conservationists. Researchers in Brownsville, Texas, have been investigating reports of an ...

They can also eat other crayfish, experts said. Many invasive species end up in U.S. ecosystems when people release aquarium pets that are harmful to native species. The department says aquarium ...