Stone
Tender, Sweet
Quick Facts
Commonly Known As:
Stone Claw, Stoners
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Species Name
Crab
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Latin Name
Menippe mercenaria
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Origin
Atlantic Ocean
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Harvest Method
Net Caught
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Range & Habitat
Southern California & Mexico
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Producer
SFS Partnership
Range & Habitat
SFS Partnership
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