The invasive European green crabs are on the B.C. coast, and experts with the Fisheries and Oceans Canada are warning that it's vital to report the species if spotted – before it's too late.

Christine Spice, aquatic invasive species biologist with the DFO, presented to the Gabriola Island Shorekeepers last month about the introduced threat.

Spice told Black Pres Media hat the main message she wants to get out is that while these invasive crabs are here, they have not yet established in the Salish Sea, and humans still have a chance to prevent that outcome – but the community's role in reporting potential sightings is crucial.

"European green crab are aggressive invaders and voracious predators," Spice said. "They prey on native shore crabs, shellfish, intertidal fish and invertebrates c

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