While most of the
world’s fishery stocks fall into decline when fishing efforts
increase, one lobster fishery in Maine appears to defy this equation.
Biologist Bob Steneck believes he has identified the key to the resilience
of Maine lobstering. The search is on for the motherload—giant
lobsters that can live 100 years and just might be the answer to the
mystery of Maine’s healthy, sustainable lobster harvest.
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Time: 26 minutes
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