How Many Kelp Crabs Can I Keep?

May 31, 2010

Question: I would like to know the regulation for kelp crabs. Are these crabs legal to keep? If so, do they fall under the rock crab category limit of 35 per day with a minimum size of 4 inches? (William C.)

Answer: Kelp crabs are not rock crabs, and fall under the general invertebrate regulations – a daily bag and possession limit of 35 animals, with no minimum size limit.