The Golden crab is a deep-sea crustacean known for its robust, rounded body and golden-brown shell. It inhabits the continental shelf of the western Atlantic Ocean. Typically reaching sizes of up to 8 inches in carapace width and weighing around 3 pounds, it feeds on detritus and small invertebrates. The species is primarily nocturnal, exhibiting solitary behavior. This summary is AI generated
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Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Golden crab.