The European green crab (Carcinus maenas) is notoriously known as one of the world’s most damaging invasive species. Here in coastal Washington, we’ve been seeing an increase in green crab populations in our large estuaries. Join us to hear more about the extent of this species in our state, understand why it’s such a threat in Washington, and learn more about what we are trying to do about it. 

Biography: As a Coastal Specialist on Washington Sea Grant’s award-winning Crab Team, Alex works closely with industry, Tribal representatives, and government to find science-based solutions for invasive European green crab removal in Washington’s southwest estuaries. Alex is originally from Boston, MA which is where her love of the coast, ocean, and seafood first began. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Harvard University, and a master’s degree from the UW with a minor in Climate Change. When she’s not playing around in the mud, she loves hiking through mountains with her husband and dog. More info here.