Written by world experts in astacology, this book covers a range of aspects of the biology
and ecology of freshwater crayfish. With a strong focus on wild crayfish, the book studies the …

Understanding habitat requirements is a key part of conserving declining species,
particularly when reintroductions are planned as part of the recovery strategy. The white …

Carbon dioxide released in the atmosphere and dissolved in water leads to acidification.
Relatively few studies have focused on fresh waters, where biocalcifying species are more …

Systematic reviews and systematic maps aim to provide an overview of the best available
evidence to inform research, policy and practice. However, like any form of review, they will …

Invasive species are the 2nd-greatest threat to global freshwater biodiversity. Crayfish are
especially robust invaders due to their omnivorous nature and ability to compete both …

Austropotamobius pallipes is an endangered decapod attracting much attention in
freshwater conservation programmes. In some cases population transfers or reintroductions …

Invasive species are one of the foremost damaging environmental problems for biodiversity
and conservation, and can affect human health and man-made structures. They pose a great …

A good grasp of the environmental drivers for population success is particularly pertinent for
two quite opposing reasons when considering crayfish. For the purpose of conserving …

Human activities, including the mining industry, have considerably degraded water habitats
worldwide. Acidification has severely affected aquatic environments and biodiversity by …

The identification of habitat requirements of invasive species is essential to evaluate their
spread and to assess the vulnerability of recipient ecosystems. We studied the distribution …