Invasion
Invasion Description
The dates of initial importation and culture are unclear. Hedgecock (1993) indicates that two main stocks were imported from Japan in the 1970s.
Geographic Extent
CA/Tomales Bay (2005, Moore et al. 2014); CA/Morro Bay (2005, Moore et al. 2014)
Vectors
| Level | Vector |
|---|---|
| Probable | Oyster Intentional |
Regional Impacts
| Economic Impact | Fisheries | |
| Succesful hatchery-based culture (Hedgecock et al. 1993; Moore et al. 2014). | ||