Understanding the Invasive Green Crab Species

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Join the Alliance to Protect Nantucket Sound as we take a fascinating look at one of the most disruptive—and resilient—invasive species in our coastal waters: the green crab. Marine biologist Carolyn Tepolt of the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution will guide us through the story of the green crab invasion on the East Coast, including its growing presence in Nantucket Sound and areas south of Cape Cod. Carolyn will share insight from her lab’s cutting-edge research into the genetics and temperature tolerance of these crabs—two key reasons why they’ve been so successful in new environments. She’ll also offer a compelling comparison to her work on the West Coast, where the green crab’s arrival is more recent and research and management efforts are rapidly evolving.

Whether you're curious about marine ecosystems, invasive species, or how climate and genetics shape our waters, this free webinar is not to be missed.

Presented as part of A Celebration of Nantucket Sound (ACONS), the Alliance’s free educational webinar series.

Register for free at: https://tinyurl.com/SOS-greencrab