Origin and Distribution

The Asian shore crab is native to which ocean?
  A. Western Atlantic.
  B. Eastern Atlantic.
  C. Western Pacific.
  D. Eastern Pacific.

Transportation

Asian shore crabs were likely introduced to the U.S. through discharges of ballast water.
  True
  False

Environmental Impact

The diet of an Asian shore crab is that of an:
  A. Carnivore.
  B. Herbivore.
  C. Omnivore.

Economic Impact

Asian shore crabs may cause problems for commercial shellfish operations because they consume juvenile oysters, mussels and clams.
  True
  False

Control

The parasite which controls Asian shore crab populations in its native range is also controlling the crab in the Atlantic waters of the U.S.
  True
  False