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European Green Crab Essay
The Carcinus Maenas, also known as the European Green Crab, is currently one of the most invasive species in the United States. The crab was originated in Europe, and nevertheless made its way to the United States in the 1800’s, by riding across the Atlantic ocean on a ship. After reaching the U.S, they traveled to Maine, where they currently are and have been for over a century. They were first spotted at Casco Bay in Portland, Maine in 1900, and made its way to Jonesport, Maine in 1951.

The European Green Crab has spread everywhere from Europe to Maine, and now has invades Washington D.C. This organism falls into an animal kingdom

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