Scientists from the U.S. and Canada have prepared a response to a Swedish proposal to consider the American lobster (Homerus Americanus) an invasive species in European Union waters.
Maine lobster (Image credit: NOAA Northeast Fisheries Science Center)
Experts from NOAA will discuss the U.S.’s response in a scientific context and next steps for working with federal and international stakeholders to address Sweden’s proposal. A copy of the response letter is available upon request.
WHAT:
Media teleconference on U.S. response to Sweden’s proposal to prohibit American lobsters to the European Union, followed by Q&A.
WHEN:
TODAY, Monday, June 6, 3:00 p.m. EDT
WHO:
Steven Wilson, deputy director, NOAA Fisheries Office of International Affairs and Seafood Inspection
HOW:
Media can join the call by dialing:
U.S. reporters: 1-888-324-2612
International reporters: 1-210-234-0120
Passcode: Lobsters
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Contact:
Connie Barclay
connie.barclay@noaa.gov
301-427-8029
