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Limb Loss as an Indicator of Biotic Resistance Against the European Green Crab (Carcinus maenas) in Coos Bay, Oregon

Creator:

Sims, Kimberly

Abstract:

The presence of predators and competitors can offer biotic resistance against the establishment of non-native species, including the European green crab, Carcinus maenas, (EGC) in the estuary of Coos Bay, Oregon. It has been suggested that limb loss, or autotomy of the EGC will increase in areas that include populations...

Resource Type:

Capstone Project

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lower was 16.7% (p<0.05), between upper and lower regions was 22.6% (p<0.05) and between upper and