Crabby Waters: Understanding the Invasive Green Crab in Nantucket Sound & Beyond
Join the Alliance for a fascinating look at one of the most disruptive—and resilient—invasive species in our coastal waters: the green crab. Marine biologist Carolyn Tepolt of Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution will guide us through the story of the green crab invasion on the East Coast, including its growing presence in Nantucket Sound and areas south of Cape Cod. Register at: https://tinyurl.com/SOS-greencrab.
Carolyn will share insight from her lab’s cutting-edge research into the genetics and temperature tolerance of these crabs—two key reasons why they’ve been so successful in new environments. She’ll also offer a compelling comparison to her work on the West Coast, where the green crab’s arrival is more recent and research and management efforts are rapidly evolving.
Whether you're curious about marine ecosystems, invasive species, or how climate and genetics shape our waters, this free webinar is not to be missed.
Presented as part of A Celebration of Nantucket Sound (ACONS), the Alliance’s free educational webinar series.
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Date and Time
Thursday Jan 22, 2026
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST
Thursday, January 22
6-7pm
Location
Virtual; on Zoom
Fees/Admission
Free; Registration Required
Contact Information
Peter Eramo
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