crab pot

 Crab pots are specially designed traps used to catch crabs in various environments, including coastal waters, estuaries, and shallow bays. Made from high-strength wire mesh, nylon, or polyethylene, these pots are built to withstand the harsh conditions of saltwater and resist corrosion over time. The mesh construction allows crabs to enter the pot easily while preventing them from escaping once inside.

The pots come in several shapes, but cylindrical and hexagonal are the most common designs. They are equipped with bait compartments to attract crabs and escape vents that allow undersized or non-target crabs to exit, ensuring compliance with local regulations. Some crab pots have floating lines to keep the pot at a desired depth and make retrieval easier.

Crab pots are an essential piece of equipment for both commercial crab fisheries and recreational fishermen. Their efficient design allows for high catch rates while minimizing labor and time spent retrieving crabs.

Applications

• Crab Fishing: Used to catch various species of crabs, including blue crabs, stone crabs, and dungeness crabs.
• Commercial Fishing: Widely used in large-scale crab harvesting operations to supply markets and restaurants.
• Recreational Fishing: Ideal for anglers who enjoy crabbing as a leisure activity.
• Baiting and Catching: Designed with bait compartments to lure crabs into the trap for easy capture.
• Regulation Compliance: Often equipped with escape vents to allow undersized crabs to escape, adhering to fishing regulations.