Abandoned crab traps become “ghost gear,” continuing to catch and kill sea life after they’re no longer tended by their owner. The SCDNR wants help recording their location.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – On January 5 the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission began its ten-day-long blue crab trap ...

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Some important changes are coming to the world of crabbing this year, all with the stated goal of protecting and preserving South Carolina's blue crab population. “There's ...

Crab trap floats found on beaches can be identified by their markings. Float colors and numbering formats can sometimes indicate their origin. Beachcombers walking along the Texas coast often find ...

Nearly 1,000 abandoned crab traps were cleared from Texas bays this year, rescuing marine life and cleaning up coastlines ...

Blue claw crabs are biting in New Jersey waters, which means it’s important to find the best lines, traps and bait before going out. Tide chart apps are available online, including one from the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. COLUMBIA, S.C. (WBTW) — South Carolina is changing its blue crab fishing laws for 2025 to improve sustainability and prevent ...

More than 500 lucky crustaceans were spared this year.

The South Carolina State Wildlife Action plan lists the diamondback terrapin as a High Priority Species of Greatest Conservation Need. And one thing that has contributed to the diminishing numbers of ...

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