Fishing for Jonah crab

Cancer borealis

The Jonah crab is a robust marine crustacean found along the Atlantic coast of North America. It features a broad, oval-shaped carapace and strong pincers. Preferring rocky substrates, it inhabits coastal waters. Typically, it measures 6-7 inches across and weighs 1-2 pounds. The Jonah crab is a scavenger, feeding on mollusks, small fish, and detritus. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Traumatogenic

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Jonah crab

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Pismo Beach Pier

5 in ยท 1 lb 4 oz

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Deadmans Cove

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Eastern Passage

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Monmouth County Coast

4 in ยท 5 oz

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Eastern Passage

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Drakes Gut

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2 in ยท 2 lb

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Salisbury Beach

6 in ยท 1 lb

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