Red swamp crayfish – a species that is prohibited in Michigan – was found in a state hatchery pond in Van Buren County.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is attempting to figure out how an invasive crayfish entered a pond at one of ...

While the crayfish has been found in isolated pockets around Metro Detroit, DNR officials aren't sure how one could have ...

DNR officials say they discovered both live and dead invasive crayfish at a state hatchery and are taking steps to track the ...

A documentary titled "All Too Clear" features work of researchers and stunning underwater video to show the impact of ...

The live red swamp crayfish trapped in Pond 20 at Wolf Lake Hatchery. Despite its dark color, the raised red bumps on its ...

Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week in Michigan, June 29-July 5, reminds residents the importance of cleaning, washing, drying and disinfecting their boats, trailers and other water equipment.

Agriculture and environmental officials fear the invasive species will continue to spread farther across the state, ...

Invasive species, non-native organisms harming the environment, are a concern in Michigan's waters. Species like quagga mussels and Didymo algae disrupt food chains and habitats.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer issued a proclamation, making June 29 to July 5 Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week to help raise the importance of stopping the spread of invasive plants and organisms.

Hatchery staff found two carcasses of "unusual crayfish" after draining a pond at Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery in Mattawan.