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flag Chesapeake Bay's blue crab population hits near-record low, prompting calls for stricter protections.

flag Chesapeake Bay's blue crab population has hit a near-record low of 238 million, according to recent surveys by Maryland and Virginia. flag This marks the second lowest since 1990. flag Declines are seen in all age groups, likely due to habitat loss, invasive species, cold winters, and pollution. flag Experts propose stricter protections for female crabs, reduced harvests, and increased federal funding for environmental programs to help restore the crab population.

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