Mediterranean: clams and mussels at risk from climate change and blue crab

The main reasons, but not the only ones, seem to be two: climate change and the blue crab. The former affects the health of the waters with the presence of mucilage, increasing the vulnerability of coastal areas. The second, on the other hand, is an invasive species for fish farms. Enrico Caterino, special commissioner for the blue crab emergency, spoke about this at the hearing of the Environment and Agriculture Committees in the Chamber.

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Compiled 15 November, updated 18 November 2024