Over 2 Million Invasive Crabs Caught in Washington Waters

• Washington crews caught over 2 million invasive European green crabs from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026.
• The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife reported the removals.
• Researchers caution that this large catch is not necessarily a positive development.
• The crabs are considered invasive and can harm local ecosystems.
• Further actions and monitoring are needed to manage the crab population effectively.