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Characterization Of The Virginia Soft Crab / Peeler Industry, Michael J. Oesterling, Niels Moore
Characterization Of The Virginia Soft Crab / Peeler Industry, Michael J. Oesterling, Niels Moore
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Manual For Handling And Shedding Blue Crabs (Callinectes Sapidus), Michael J. Oesterling
Manual For Handling And Shedding Blue Crabs (Callinectes Sapidus), Michael J. Oesterling
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This manual is intended to present a practical approach to constructing and operating a Chesapeake Bay crab shedding facility. Included are portions of an earlier VIMS publication by Paul A. Haefner, Jr. and David Garten (1974), "Methods of handling and shedding blue crabs, (Callinectes sapidus)," as well as a compilation of other scientific and industry experiences. Techniques described may not apply to all situations; in many cases general recommendations are made. Additionally, descriptions of various facility designs refer mainly to those in use in Chesapeake Bay; other areas of the country may use varying, but similar designs. Although the information …