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Researchers found the first evidence of European green crabs in the northern Whidbey Basin, a sign that one of the world’s most harmful marine species has made inroads in the Salish Sea, the ...

A man accused of choking his female Uber driver with a wire and stealing her car in Boston was ordered held without bail Friday. Christopher Dawkins, 24, of Dorchester, was arraigned in Boston ...

A free event in Boston aims to turn an invasive species into a culinary delight. “Conservation and Cuisine,” to be presented by James Beard Award finalist Tracy Chang, is set for 5:30-7 p.m. on ...

New university research has suggested the behaviour of female crabs could be influenced by underwater electric power cables. The University of Portsmouth study found the crustaceans were attracted to ...

New research has found that female crabs show significantly greater sensitivity to electromagnetic fields (EMFs) from underwater power cables than males, which transmit electricity from offshore ...

This stone crab surprised crabbers in Chesapeake Bay when it turned up in one of their blue crab traps recently. It is one of the first stone crabs ever documented inside the Chesapeake. Courtesy ...

GLOUCESTER — The Chesapeake Bay might have a new resident, thanks to warming waters and successful habitat restoration. Blue crabs are the typical catch in local waters. But crabbers on the bay have ...

Blue land crabs are edible and are a food source in the Bahamas and the Caribbean. In Florida, harvesting blue land crabs is prohibited from July 1 through Oct. 31. Blue land crabs can be caught by ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. What’s purple, white, and hard all over? Some rare crabs ...

A Stoughton man who spent time in state prison for motor vehicle homicide is in more legal trouble after he allegedly assaulted police officers in Boston, an altercation in which he urged officers to ...

Decadently creamy with sweet crabmeat, this dip pairs perfectly with crispy, golden wonton chips for an irresistible appetizer. Inspired by the beloved Chinese-American appetizer, this recipe ...