Development of a real-time PCR (qPCR) method for the identification of the invasive paddle crab (, ).

Crabs can be transported beyond their native range anthropogenic-mediated means such as aquarium trade, live seafood trade and shipping. Once introduced into new locations, they can establish persisting populations and become invasive, often leading to negative impacts on the recipient environment and native species. Molecular techniques are increasingly being used as complementary tools in biosecurity surveillance and monitoring plans for invasive species.