Fish traps are weighted at the bottom so that when they are set, they land the correct way up on the sea floor. Traps are baited so that fish are drawn to the scent of the bait and swim through the opening. The traps are designed in such a way that fish cannot escape once inside. To ensure that juvenile and non-target fish can escape, fish traps have escape gaps of a minimum size.
When traps are set, they are connected to a downline that is bridled at one end and attached to the trap at the other. The downline is linked to a surface buoy, which allows fishermen to locate the traps. Traps used in AFMA-managed fisheries are only allowed to have one entrance and must meet other minimum requirements such as trap size and escape gaps.
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A1FISHER Crab Snare Traps with 6 Loops, 1 Ounce Galvanized Steel Block, Rectangular Crab Snare for Dungeness, Rock, Blue Crab
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AirFly Heavy Surf 6-Loop Crab Trap for Fishing Poles – Lead-Free, USA-Made, Premium Durable Loops – Ideal for Dungeness, Blue, Rock Crabs – Includes Bait & Reserve Loops
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A1FISHER Vinyl-Coated Wire Crab Bait Cages for Heavy Duty Crab Trap Pot, Cage Box 6"x6"x3"
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WKHOKI Professional Method Feeder Fishing Bait Trap Cage - 10 Pack | Spring-Loaded Design for Carp, Crucian & Bream with Easy-Release Fastening System
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MOPFOL Stainless Steel Bait Cage Feeder Holder – 3 Sizes for Carp Fishing with Shrimp & Crab Baits, Durable Metal Lure Trap Basket for Bottom Rigs
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Foldable Crab Traps for Blue Crabs, Crab Trap with Harness and Bait, Crab Pots for Crabbing with Large Size Fish Basket, Crabbing Equipment for Blue Crabs, Minnows, Crawfish, Shrimp
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Stainless Steel Crab Trap Steel Wire Bait Cage Catching Tool, Fishing Net Lure Trap Crab Trap Bait Cage Fishing Accessories
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FASPLORE 2 Pcs Collapsible Fishing Bait Trap Nets
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Drasry Crab Trap Bait Lobster Crawfish Shrimp Portable Folded Cast Net Magic Collapsible Fishing Traps Nets Accessories for Blue Crabs
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OceanBuilt Large 24x24x11 Florida Blue Crab Trap - Blue Crab Pot - Florida Legal 2x6 TEDs, 2 3/8 Fish Escape Rings, FWC Compliant, Multiple Sizes (FL Large Trap Only)
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LUPUSH Crab Trap for Fishing Pole – Stainless Steel Crab Snare (SuperHeavy 900-9.7oz) with Rustproof Cage – Dungeness & Rock Crabbing Gear for Pier, Jetty, or Surf
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LUPUSH Crab Ring Trap Kit – Stainless Steel Crab Net with 100ft Rope, Bait Bag, Clip & Ruler – 24” Two-Ring Crab Trap for Dock & Pier Crabbing – Complete Recreational Crabbing Gear
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Kraken Supply Co Minnow Trap Galvanized Steel (1 Inch Entry Hole) Bait Traps (1 Trap)
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10Pcs/Pk Carp Fishing Bait Trap Cage Feeder Basket Holder Coarse Lure Feeder Carp Fishing Tackle Kit,Size L/M/S Available
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