A known menace is invading Alaska's shores, threatening economies and ecosystems

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Sep 06, 2022 A known menace is invading Alaska's shores, threatening economies and ecosystems The green crab is a notorious invasive species that has reshaped U.S. ecosystems and hammered East Coast commercial fisheries for decades. The discovery of the species in Alaska represents a profound risk in a state that accounts for about 60% of the nation's seafood harvest. Their presence, which experts say is likely tied to warming waters due to climate change, threatens Alaskan economies, ecosystems and long-standing ways of life. Read More Follow Us Get the NBC News Mobile App Check out all NBC News newsletters here. 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 View in browser | Unsubscribe | Contact | Privacy