Fishing for Dungeness crab
Metacarcinus magister
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The Dungeness crab is a marine crustacean found along the Pacific coast of North America. It has a broad, oval-shaped carapace and is typically brown to purple. This crab feeds on small fish, clams, and other invertebrates. It inhabits sandy and muddy bottoms in shallow waters. Adults measure up to 10 inches across and weigh 2-3 pounds. This summary is AI generated
TJSportsfishin, Fishbrain Pro angler since 2023
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Water type
Saltwater / Mixed
IUCN Status
Not evaluated
Threat to humans
Harmless
Source: Fishbase
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