The Invasive Blue Crab: Implications for Fisheries, Aquaculture and One Health Perspective
A special issue of Animals (ISSN 2076-2615). This special issue belongs to the section "Aquatic Animals".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 December 2025 | Viewed by 526
Special Issue Editors
Interests: aquaculture; fish biology; aquatic organisms pathology; antibiotic resistance; conservation of biodiversity in aquatic environments; alien invasive species
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Interests: genetics and genomics; genetic resistance to animal diseases; fish diseases; antibiotic resistance; molecular characterization of bacteria; invasive alien species
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Interests: aquaculture; fish biology; aquatic organism pathology; ecotoxicology; conservation of biodiversity in aquatic environments; antibiotic resistance; trace elements; emerging contaminants; microplastics; invasive alien species
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The invasive blue crab, Callinectes sapidus, presents significant challenges and opportunities in various fields. This Special Issue seeks to gather extensive research on the diverse impacts of this species. Major areas of interest include the effects on fisheries and aquaculture, where the blue crab’s predatory and competitive behaviors disrupt local ecosystems and economic activities. Additionally, we aim to explore the environmental impacts on biodiversity, habitat structures, and ecosystem services. Understanding the disease dynamics and potential threats posed to native species by the blue crab through pathological studies is another key focus. Genetic research will provide insights into the species’ adaptive mechanisms and spread, while studies on contaminants, especially emerging pollutants, will shed light on bioaccumulation risks in invaded areas. This Special Issue aspires to offer a comprehensive, multidisciplinary understanding of the blue crab, guiding management strategies to mitigate its negative effects and exploit potential benefits through a One Health approach.
We invite original contributions that focus on the following topics:
- Effects on fisheries and aquaculture;
- Environmental impacts on biodiversity and ecosystems;
- Pathological studies and disease dynamics;
- Genetic insights into adaptation and spread;
- Contaminants and bioaccumulation risks;
- Integrated management strategies for mitigation and benefits.
This Special Issue aims to deepen our knowledge of the blue crab’s impact and inform effective management practices.
Dr. Giuseppe Esposito
Dr. Silvia Colussi
Dr. Paolo Pastorino
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- Callinectes sapidus
- animal health
- invasive alien species
- biodiversity
- habitat structures
- ecosystem services
- animal genetics
- environmental pollution
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