THE ASIAN CLAM (Corbicula fluminea) is a most unwelcome addition to the fauna of Irish rivers and lakes. This bivalve mollusc is one of the most notorious aquatic invasive species in the world and was first recorded in the River Barrow near St Mullins, Co Carlow, in April 2010.

Subsequent studies by Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) under the EU Life+ funded Caisie project have revealed it is firmly established in the lower Barrow and the Nore downstream of Inistioge………Irish Times…..25/06/12……read full article…….

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The Asian clam, a notorious aquatic invasive species now resident in some Irish rivers
The Asian clam, a notorious aquatic invasive species now resident in some Irish rivers