A Tale of Two Kings
Why have Alaska Golden King crab populations remained thriving and steady while other crab fisheries in Alaska face declining numbers and...
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What Makes the Golden King Crab Harvest Unique?
Harvesting Golden King crab is no easy task! A remote and extreme habitat necessitates expertise, perseverance, and specially equipped boats....
Man Overboard (MOB) Drill
Survival suits on! The crew of the Erla-N takes us along on their man overboard drill! Watch as they practice signaling, marking the location,...
Dispatches from Captain Rip
Live from the Bering Sea, we are lucky to have periodic dispatches from Captain Rip of the F/V Patricia Lee. Golden King crab is unique. From the...
All About Alaska Snow Crab
Alaska Snow crab has a very loyal following among crab lovers and chefs and is beloved for its extraordinarily long, easy-to-crack legs.
Alaska Golden King Crab
Although slightly smaller than their Red and Blue King crab cousins, Alaska Golden King crab are known for their excellent texture and milder, slightly sweeter taste. Golden King crab derive their name from the golden hue of their shell.
Building a Better Pot
Innovative webbing allows undersized crab to escape the pots, resulting in a more efficient catch, fewer pots hauled and greater protection of the fishery.
Why the Pink Pots?
Ever wonder why Golden King crab pots are pink? Keyport looks at the science of visible light below water to find the explanation.
King Crab Sizing Guide
Ever wonder how the size grades are set for King crab legs? Alaska King crab is marketed, or sized, according to the number of crab legs in a ten-pound package. Legs labeled ‘6/9’, for example, are large and it takes only six to nine legs to make up a ten-pound box.
You love it… but is King Crab good for you?
You likely know that King crab, Snow crab and Dungeness crab are among the most sought-after seafood items available. But did you know that these beloved crabs also have some powerful health benefits?