Washington removes over 2 million invasive green crabs, but threat remains
Washington removed more than 2 million invasive European green crabs in one year, but researchers warn the coastal threat is far from over.
Washington crews pulled more than 2 million invasive European green crabs from the state’s waters in just one fiscal year, but researchers say that enormous catch is not necessarily something to celebrate. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife reported that the removals happened from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, People reported.