A toxin keeps sport crabbing closed north of Fort Bragg, and crabbers off Noyo Harbor can start Nov. 7 with hoop nets and crab snares only.
Tag: dungeness crab
Posted inAgriculture & Fishing
State health officials warn against eating organs of recreationally caught Dungeness crabs
The warning affects portions along the northern coast, including from the Ten Mile State Marine Reserve in Mendocino County down to the Sonoma/Mendocino county line.
Posted inAgriculture & Fishing
California delays Dungeness crab season to protect whales and sea turtles
The commercial fishery could possibly open around the New Year.
Posted inAgriculture & Fishing
State announces commercial dungeness crab opening dates
Whales in fishing areas and entanglements in fishing gear have delayed the season opening.
Posted inBusiness & Labor
State Assembly introduces bill to make Dungeness crab California’s official state crustacean as the season opens up in Mendocino County
The effort seeks to celebrate Dungeness crab despite the impact delays and restrictions have had on crabbers.