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Lobster Measuring Gauge
Document Type: Artifact
Geographic Location: Maine
ID Number: 2000_17_2
Keywords: Fisheries, Lobstering, 2000.17.2
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Description:
Lobster measure, for measuring the carapace, or body shell, of the lobster. The shorter measure is 3 1/4", and that is the minimum allowable size of the carapace; the maximum is 5". If the lobster carapace is between these two lengths, and the lobster is not an egg-bearing female, it may be kept. Otherwise, the lobster must be thrown back. This measure has a float attached to it, so that it won't sink if dropped overboard.
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