Chesapeake Bay Blue Crab Secrets

The Chesapeake Bay holds more blue crabs than any other body of water on Earth,

but here's what nobody tells you. These crabs actually migrate up to 100 miles during their

lifetime, moving from salty ocean waters where they're born to brackish bay waters

where they grow. Maryland watermen have been harvesting them using the same crab pots for

over 200 years, a tradition passed down through generations. But the real surprise is this: female

crabs only mate once in their entire lives, storing sperm to fertilize millions

of eggs later. Conservation efforts are now protecting these incredible creatures,

ensuring future generations can enjoy Maryland's maritime heritage. Every crab you see