Green Crab Studies

Study Extent

About this project The European Green Crab (Carcinus maenas) population is booming in Maine! With a lack of predators, this invasive species is destroying eelgrass beds and damaging fisheries across the state. More information on green crab population dynamics and movements are needed for researchers and scientists to develop effective mitigation efforts across the State of Maine. Help researchers, fishermen, scientists, and chefs build the Green Crab Project database!

Sampling

Add your green crab population and/or general presence data here. Contact the Community Lab, at CEHL@mdibl.org for detailed protocols. Choose which method you plan to use: Quadrats Traps Transects Please report: What was your sampling method What kind of trap you used (if you used a trap) How many crabs you have found with carapace size and designation as male, female, or female with eggs Any additional notes you might have

Method steps

1. Add your green crab population and/or general presence data here. Contact the Community Lab, at CEHL@mdibl.org for detailed protocols. Choose which method you plan to use: Quadrats Traps Transects Please report: What was your sampling method What kind of trap you used (if you used a trap) How many crabs you have found with carapace size and designation as male, female, or female with eggs Any additional notes you might have

Bar Harbor, Maine