Signal Crayfish

[Matt Smith]

Originally Posted by Frankie-prawn

It is illegal to move Frog spawn to different areas

There are no restrictions on moving frog or toad spawn, though I would not reccommend it because of the risk of of disease transfer.

[Meta menardi]

Originally Posted by Frankie-prawn

Hi Toadsmoor

Signal Crayfish will eat the Frog/Toad spawn so it is quite probable they are a big contributor to the amphibian demise in that area

If you are not in a red zone get some traps and licences and catch them at least you will help and have a good feed as well, maybe even earn a few quid

It is illegal to move Frog spawn to different areas or you may have been able to re-establish the Frogs & Toad's after some major removal of Signal Crayfish

Regards Frankie-Prawn

The biggest problem with Signal Crayfish is that they spread crayfish plague, it is easily transferred on boots and other equipment. There is no point in thinking you are doing good by eating Signal Crayfish (delicious though they may be) if you are not aware of the problems with spreading disease to any native populations.

[Frankie-prawn]

Originally Posted by Matt Smith

There are no restrictions on moving frog or toad spawn, though I would not reccommend it because of the risk of of disease transfer.

Hi Matt Smith, I stand corrected on the legalities of moving Frog/Toad spawn, I was told by a EA Officer it was illegal, however since you pointed out it is not illegal and I checked it is simply advisable not to move it as you also said to prevent spread of disease, what is illegal is SELLING Frog/Toad spawn or any amphibian

Regards Frankie-Prawn