with factors such as crab size, shell condition, and environmental conditions influencing infestation patterns[2]. This information is vital for understanding the ecological role of red king crabs ...

Historically, the red king crab fishery was Alaska's top shellfish ... From these, we gather data on abundance, size, sex, reproductive status, diet, etc. Genetics tools help to fill in the ...

Known for its sweet, succulent meat and massive size, King Crab elevates any meal to gourmet status ... Whether you’re indulging in jumbo Red King Crab legs or experimenting with Golden King Crab ...

Researchers recently found that the Alaska red king crab should be split into six, maybe even seven, genetically distinct groups. A new study found that Alaska red king crabs are more genetically ...

NOAA researchers discovered a unique baby king crab during an expedition in the Gulf of Mexico. The baby crab, found over 1,000 meters underwater, gained attention online due to its spiky red ...

The most adorable, silly-looking baby king crab, accidentally collected by NOAA researchers in the Gulf of Mexico, has ...

Craving the rich, succulent flavor of Alaskan king crab legs? These jumbo delicacies are the epitome of luxury seafood, offering sweet, tender meat encased in impressive shells. Perfect for special ...

Red king crab harvested in Alaska is seen in this undated photo. Red king crab are the largest of Alaska’s commercially harvested crab species, and their meat is prized as a delicacy.

Others welcome the giant red king crab, saying its delicious taste and size — the crabs can grow to 22 pounds (10kg) and measure five feet (1.5m) across — make it an extremely lucrative catch. Here in ...