The introduction and aquaculture of non-endemic species in Western Australia: the ‘Rotund’ Yabby Cherax rotundus and the All-male Hybrid Yabby. A discussion paper.

Authors

Department of Fisheries

Publication Date

6-2002

Series Number

No. 160

Publisher

Department of Fisheries Western Australia

City

Perth

Abstract

This discussion paper has been prepared to provide information to assist in the assessment of the possible impact of the translocation of Cherax rotundus and allmale hybrid yabbies within Western Australia, for the purposes of commercial aquaculture on private properties. In assessing the translocation of any aquatic species, the economic and social benefits must be balanced with biological and environmental risks.

Number of Pages

32

Keywords

Cherax rotundus, Introduced species, Western Australia, Freshwater ecology, Aquaculture development, Crayfish culture.

Disciplines

Aquaculture and Fisheries | Environmental Indicators and Impact Assessment | Marine Biology | Natural Resource Economics | Natural Resources and Conservation

Recommended Citation

Department of Fisheries. (2002), The introduction and aquaculture of non-endemic species in Western Australia: the ‘Rotund’ Yabby Cherax rotundus and the All-male Hybrid Yabby. A discussion paper.. Department of Fisheries Western Australia, Perth. Report No. 160.
https://library.dpird.wa.gov.au/fr_fmp/159

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