International Introductions of Astacus astacus
Introductions as compiled by FAO
Main Ref. Skurdal, J., T. Qvenild and T. Taugbol, 1992
To Lake Steinsfjorden
FAO area Europe - Inland waters
From Unspecified
FAO area Europe - Inland waters
Year 1850
Range
Period 19th century
Established in the Wild yes, self reproducing
Established in Aquaculture
Significant Ecological Interactions
Significant Socio-economic Effects
Introduced by unknown
Reason unknown
Other Reason
Comments Surface area: 13.9 km^2. Maximum depth: 24 m; Mean depth 10.2 m; Altitude: 63 m above sea level; Climate: semicontinental, cold winters and hot summers. Currently dense population subject of unlicenses fishery of great recreational and economic importance.
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