In our region, of the four native crayfish species, one is on the brink of extinction, two are endangered and one is vulnerable. Once widespread, they are now confined to a small number of protected environments.
What are the reasons for their decline? Are exotic species the only threat to native species? Find out about two exemplary local initiatives in the Lake Geneva region to protect these guardians of freshwater.
Visit our news The project Halte aux Renouées - season 11, our summer nature outings and our first immersive exhibition at Espace Léman. Get to know one of our volunteers and dive into our "Youth Pages" section to find out more about lake reed beds and the life they support.