Fish Report for 5-5-2012

Salmon Heads as Bait in Dungeness Crab Traps

5-5-2012
CDFG

Question: I have heard it is illegal to use salmon heads as bait in Dungeness crab traps. Is this true?

Answer: California Fish and Game law does not specifically prohibit using the pieces and parts of salmon in crab traps as long as the salmon were otherwise legally taken, landed and/or acquired. Salmon not taken in accordance with these laws (e.g., size limits, seasons, species, etc.) are illegal to possess and use for any purpose.


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