Washington captures record 2.16 million invasive green crabs, but experts warn invasion is far from over

Times of India - Oct 15, 2026

Washington state removed more than 2.16 million invasive European green crabs during fiscal year 2025-26. First detected in the state in 2016, the species threatens native marine life, including clams, oysters and eelgrass. Despite more than $8 million in state funding, no established populations have been eradicated, and researchers warn the invasion could worsen.

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