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Mounting Threats Imperil Two Appalachian Crayfish

By AV's Intern Team | August 6, 2015 |

The Big Sandy crayfish, which is currently considered endangered by Virginia officials, may also be listed as federally endangered. Photo by Zachary Loughman, West Liberty University

There are more than 300 different species of crayfish in the southeastern United States, and two West Virginia species of these adaptable freshwater crustaceans may be declared federally endangered.

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Mounting Threats Imperil Two Appalachian Crayfish

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