The recreational Dungeness crab season has been delayed in northern California due to "unhealthy levels" of domoic acid, a public health hazard.
State health agencies found that Dungeness crab in the region contain high levels of domoic acid, prompting a delay in the opening of the recreational fishery.
Following this recommendation, California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) Director Charlton H.
Author's summary: Dungeness crab season delayed in northern California.