Queensland mud crab research shows healthy populations

A study of 20,000 Queensland mud crabs confirms strong stocks

DPI Principal fisheries scientist Dr Julie Robins with the mudcrab | Source: DPI

What’s happening?

A major Queensland study has confirmed giant mud crab populations are healthy. The research found no current threat to the species’ sustainability.

The State Government’s existing regulations, including the male-only harvest policy and the 15 cm minimum size…