Scientists say the crabs can destroy critical habitat and consume shellfish and other native marine life.
The green crabs are found in shallow areas of usually less than 25 feet of water including estuaries, mudflats, intertidal zones, and beaches.
“They are not likely to be caught by recreational shrimpers or crabbers operating in deeper water, but may be encountered by beachgoers, waders, clam and oyster harvesters, or those crabbing off docks or piers in shallow areas,”Anyone who finds what they believe to be a European green crab or shell is asked to take a picture and report it
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