Dungeness crabs have four pairs of armored legs, two claws, and a wide, hard shell. A Dungeness's legs are shorter compared to other commercial crabs and their claws have a distinctive hook. The claws of the … Meer weergeven

Dungeness are most often found in areas with sandy bottoms but can be found on a wide variety of bottom types. The crabs are found in … Meer weergeven

It is estimated that every season since 1970 the fishery has taken 9-98% of the legal-sized male population with an average of 66% a year. The majority of this catch is … Meer weergeven

In some areas adult Dungeness crabs can be found in or near estuaries. The hyposaline conditions of the estuaries are lethal to some … Meer weergeven

Mature female crabs generally molt in late spring, although exact timing varies with location. Mating occurs immediately after the female … Meer weergeven

The Dungeness fishery was started by San Francisco fishermen in 1848. By the early 1900s the fishery had expanded to match the … Meer weergeven

The Dungeness crab is considered a delicacy in the United States and Canada. Long before the area was settled by Europeans, Indigenous peoples throughout … Meer weergeven