Oregon Coast Fishermen Catch Record Amount of Rock Lobster

Oregon's rock lobster fishery is booming, with fishermen catching a record amount of the delicacy in 2016. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife reports that fishermen hauled in 2.6 million pounds of the crustaceans last year. That's up from 2.4 million pounds in 2015 and 1.8 million pounds in 2014.

The high catch levels are likely due to a combination of good weather and healthy stocks, according to the agency. "Overall, the stock looks pretty good," said Jo Ann Morris, shellfish biologist for the department's marine resources program.

While the bounty is good news for fishermen, it could spell trouble for consumers. The increased catch is likely to result in higher prices for lobster lovers this year.

People who like to eat lobster should start stocking up now, because prices are expected to more than double by the end of the year, going from $5 per pound to as high as $11 per pound, said Brian Clifton, owner of South Coast Seafood in Florence.

Rock lobster is a type of spiny lobster that is found along the Pacific coast from central California to British Columbia. The creatures are prized for their sweet meat, which can be grilled, baked or boiled.

Rock Lobster Season Opens with a Bang

The Rock Lobster season kicked off on Saturday with a bang! The opening festivities were well-attended, and there was no shortage of seafood lovers looking to get their hands on some of these tasty crustaceans.

The weather was perfect for the event, and everyone seemed to be having a good time. The local band played some great tunes, and there was even a clown on hand to keep the kids entertained.

Best of all, the Rock Lobsters were delicious! There was a wide variety of dishes available, and everyone seemed to find something they liked. Whether you like them boiled, fried, or grilled, there's something for everyone when it comes to Rock Lobsters.

So if you're looking for something fun to do this weekend, be sure to check out your local Rock Lobster festival! You won't be disappointed!

Unexpected Increase in Price for Rock Lobster at Market

Experts anticipated a rock lobster shortage and consequent price increase this season, but the market has seen an even greater jump than expected. One theory is that China's recent economic downturn has led to increased demand for luxury goods like lobster, driving up prices globally.

Rock lobster isn't the only seafood commodity experiencing a surge; prices for other crustaceans like crabs and shrimp have also increased. This is causing some chefs and consumers to seek out alternative protein sources. For example, sushi restaurants are substituting octopus in their rolls instead of crab or shrimp.

While the increase in price may be frustrating for consumers, it is good news for fishermen. The higher prices provide incentive to maintain sustainable fishing practices, which is critical for the health of our oceans.

Scientists Discover that Rock Lobster are Exceptionally Intelligent

marine biologists have found that rock lobster are highly intelligent creatures, and can even learn to avoid traps.

Professor Simon Boxall of the University of Southampton and his team placed some traps in the ocean, baited with a piece of fish, and observed how the lobster behaved. The next day, they found that the lobster had avoided the traps where they had been yesterday.

"It was amazing to see how quickly the lobsters learned. We put two traps in the water on day one, and on day two we found that one trap had no lobsters inside, while the other had 10," said Boxall.

The researchers believe that this learning ability could help the lobster survive when faced with danger.

"Lobster are one of our most valuable fisheries resources in Europe. They are also quite elusive, so being able to study their behaviour is really interesting," said Boxall.

Rock lobster are not the only invertebrates that have been shown to be smart; octopuses are also known for their intelligence.

Restaurants Start Featuring Unique and Exotic Menu Items Made from Rock Lobster

Haute cuisine restaurants are always looking for new and innovative menu items to draw in customers. A recent trend is to feature dishes made from rock lobster. This seafood is not as common as shrimp or salmon, so it can be a real draw for those looking for something different.

Rock lobster can be used in many of the same ways as other types of lobster. It can be boiled, grilled, or baked. Restaurants are getting creative with their recipes, though, and serving up dishes like lobster bisque, lobster mac and cheese, and even lobster ice cream.

Some people may be hesitant to try seafood that is not very common, but the unique flavor of rock lobster is definitely worth checking out. If you're looking for a new and different dining experience, be sure to check out a restaurant that is serving up dishes made from rock lobster. You won't be disappointed.