Crab season from "summary" of BEAUTIFUL SWIMMERS by WILLIAM W. WARNER
During the spring and summer months, the waters of the Chesapeake Bay come alive with the annual ritual known as "Crab season." This is the time when the blue crabs, known scientifically as Callinectes sapidus, begin their migration towards the shallow waters of the bay to mate and spawn. As the weather warms and the days grow longer, the blue crabs emerge from their winter slumber and start their journey towards the bay. They are driven by instinct, following the scent of the pheromones released by the females. The males, with their vibrant blue claws, are the first to arrive, eager to find a mate and continue the cycle of life. The females, with their rounded aprons and smaller claws, follow soon after, ready to release their eggs into the water. The males will then fertilize these eggs, ensuring the next generation of blue crabs. This period of mating and spawning is crucial for the survival of the species, as it replenishes the populatio...
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