Dungeness Crab Male vs. Female, how to tell the difference

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Daily limit 12 -- MALES only
5-3/4" minimum size for Dungeness crab
Correct size is measured as a straight line across the back (caliper measurements) in front of, but not including the points.
Ocean waters are closed for Dungeness crab Oct. 16 - Nov. 30.
Bays, beaches, estuaries, tide pools, piers and jetties are open all year, 24 hours a day.
*May be taken using crab rings, baited lines or pots (limited to 3 ring/lines/pots total per person); by hand, dip net or rake.
Holding pots or devices, or live boxes are allowed only in bays and estuaries, and may not hold more than two daily limits.
Unlawful to mutilate crabs prior to landing so that size, sex or species may not be identified. Mutilated crabs may not be transported across state waters.
Floating buoys used for crab pots or rings must be marked in a visible, legible and permanent manner. Information must include the owners first and last name or business name, and at least one of the following: a) permanent address, b) phone number, c) ODFW ID number, or d) a vessel ID number. This rule does not apply when crabbing from a beach, jetty or pier.

[@saltywaltPDX]

Good to know, still I bit confused on fish though

[@tonyhoang987]

Do you happen to know why California allows to keep female Dungeness crabs? I always felt like it was quite weird

[@charliechina1537]

I am so glad I know this now..