Berried Crabs Prohibited from Capture and Sale Starting August 1: Working Together to Conserve Marine Resources

• Date：2026-07-23
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[New Taipei City] Crabs are an important fishery resource in New Taipei City. To ensure the sustainable use of fishery resources, the Fisheries and Fishing Port Affairs Management Office of New Taipei City Government reminds the public that, in accordance with the “Management Measures for Crab Catches by Coastal and Offshore Fishing Vessels”, fishing vessels are prohibited from catching berried crabs or landing or possessing crabs with the abdominal flap removed from August 1 through December 31. During this period, berried crabs are also prohibited from being sold or publicly displayed for sale. Violators will be subject to a fine of not less than NT$30,000 and not more than NT$150,000 pursuant to Article 65 of the Fisheries Act. The public is encouraged to follow relevant regulations and support efforts to conserve crab resources.