How to identify marine pests

We need your help to keep watch for marine pests.

Know your area. Keep a look out. Learn what to look for.

If you see something unusual, report it.

What to look for

Read our advice on how to identify and report these marine pests.

You can also check our marine pest map.

Exotic

These pests are not known to be established in Australia.

American slipper limpet Asian basket clam Asian green mussel Black striped false mussel Brown mussel Charru mussel Chinese mitten crab Asian paddle crab (Lady crab) Harris' mud crab New Zealand green-lipped mussel Rapa or veined whelk

Established

These pests are already established in some parts of Australia.

Aquarium caulerpa Asian date or bag mussel Asian shore crab Carpet sea squirt European fan worm European shore crab Japanese kelp New Zealand screw shell Northern Pacific seastar Soft shell or long-necked clam