Chesapeake Bay blue crab population halves in five years, raising sustainability concerns amid year-round crabbing proposal.
The blue crab population in Chesapeake Bay has dropped by half in five years, raising concerns about sustainability amid proposals for a year-round crabbing season. Virginia watermen argue this could stabilize their economy, while conservationists warn it may harm the species, especially during winter when crabs are semi-hibernative and vulnerable. The Virginia Marine Resources Commission will decide on extending winter crabbing at their October 28 meeting.
September 10, 2024
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