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
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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 Jonah crab.