Gently meet, I grew up in Baltimore, and crab was a staple in many, many forms (smile.) But if something isn't done, both concerning the over-harvesting and the pollution of the bay, we'll loose them, and oysters, too. Yes, it's a pity--but it's real necessary, IMHO. Gently, Damascena, who would DEARLY love a good crab cake, right about now!