Research and analysis
Operationalisation of eDNA methods for crayfish monitoring
A new species-specific monitoring method that analyses genetic material in the environment to detect crayfish species in English waterbodies.
Applies to England
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This research project tested and validated the use of a new species-specific monitoring method that analyses genetic material in the environment (eDNA) to detect white-clawed crayfish, signal crayfish, and crayfish plague in English waterbodies. This method proved to be effective in detecting crayfish species and crayfish plague, therefore supporting its use for crayfish monitoring by the Environment Agency.
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Published 16 December 2024