You might also try the style of trap that is enclosed rather than a net. They’re less convenient as far as size goes, but you’re less likely to have crabs coming and going that way because they can’t figure out how to get out.
For bait, my favorite is fish scraps. I’ve also had good luck with chicken, squid, canned tuna, canned cat food… The stinkier, the better, of course.
Its for placing in short term, also not so sure where fishing regulations go with traps, if they need to be registered or what ever. These types of nets are sold to tourists in every seaside town I have seen. Although usually in bright colours and a big markup they are otherwise the same.
The size is also quite an issue, the nets fit in a backpack easily, I don’t think the enclosed traps would.
You might also try the style of trap that is enclosed rather than a net. They’re less convenient as far as size goes, but you’re less likely to have crabs coming and going that way because they can’t figure out how to get out.
For bait, my favorite is fish scraps. I’ve also had good luck with chicken, squid, canned tuna, canned cat food… The stinkier, the better, of course.
Its for placing in short term, also not so sure where fishing regulations go with traps, if they need to be registered or what ever. These types of nets are sold to tourists in every seaside town I have seen. Although usually in bright colours and a big markup they are otherwise the same.
The size is also quite an issue, the nets fit in a backpack easily, I don’t think the enclosed traps would.