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Maine’s tasty solution to the green crab invasion

Green crabs are causing chaos along Maine’s coast, tearing up eelgrass beds and threatening local shellfish. Instead of letting these invaders take over, chefs and fishermen are fighting back—with their menus. By turning green crabs into broths, sauces, and stocks, Mainers are not only protecting native species but also creating new business for local restaurants. It’s a win-win: fewer invasive crabs and more creative dishes to try. Would you order green crab soup if it helped the environment? Let’s talk about whether eating our way out of this problem could work elsewhere, too! #Science #MaineEats #InvasiveSpecies