Crab pot clean-up in Maroochy River
by The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries 18 Nov 2023 03:00 UTC
Crab pot clean-up in Maroochy River © The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries
45!
That’s how many derelict and unmarked crab pots Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol officers recently removed from the Maroochy River.
Working with ECOllaboration Maroochy River litter patrol volunteers, the team inspected pots for appropriate identification and removed marine life from derelict pots.
To stay up to date with the latest crabbing advice, download the Qld Fisheries 2.0 app, and report derelict pots to your nearest QBFP office.