Conservation: Crayfish ‘trapping’ promoted by Gordon Ramsay fails to control invasive species

Crayfish ‘trapping’ promoted by Gordon Ramsay fails to control invasive species and could devastate Britain’s native species, study finds American signal crayfish were introduced to England’s waters in the seventies The invasive species spread, harming native crayfish and damaging ecosystems Trapping the crustaceans has been lauded as a potential control measure However, the practice is leading … Read more

Crayfish, Traditional style | Daily Mail Online

Crayfish, Traditional style By Signe Johansen Published: 00:02 BST, 28 June 2020 | Updated: 00:02 BST, 28 June 2020 TIP Special crayfish utensils can help get to the claw meat. A nutcracker also works well. The annual kräftskiva, or crayfish party, is an August highlight in Sweden. Because the summers are so short, it feels … Read more

A Swedish crayfish party is a spectacle of shellfish and schnapps

During summer on Sweden’s west coast, there is a sense of anticipation as its rather unique party season approaches. Everyone gets a little giddy about… crayfish. So don’t be surprised when throughout August you see groups sitting at long tables wearing bibs and funny-looking hats, singing silly songs and knocking back schnapps. West Sweden is … Read more