Invasion information |
Range in Japan |
Not established in Japan |
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Origin |
Unintroduced to Japan. |
Date |
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Route |
In North America, this species is a commonly used live fishing bait. The majority of its introductions are believed to be the result of release of such crayfish. Sometimes used as a fishery resource. |
Impact |
Potentially: Competition and predation Native organism(s) affected: Various native animals and plants. |
Regulation in Japan |
Import, transport and keeping are prohibited in Japan by the Invasive Alien Species Act. |
Introduced range in other countries |
Northeastern USA to eastern Canada (Ontario, Quebec). Europe |