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What is a Maine Lobster? Homarus americanus, also known as the American Lobster, Boston Lobster, New England Lobster, Atlantic Lobster, Northern Lobster, Nova Scotia lobster, and of course the Maine Lobster. This large crustacean has a long body and five sets of legs, and one pair that features big, strong claws.
Today, Maine is the largest lobster-producing state in the nation. Each year, the fishery: Employs 5,600+ independent lobstermen. Harvests 100+ million pounds of lobster. Contributes $1+ billion to the Maine economy.
Four ounces of meat is considered a typical serving size for lobster. For example, a good Maine lobster roll will be piled high with about 4 oz. of fresh cooked lobster meat. The chart below shows the meat yield differences between a hard shell and soft shell lobster and the number of lobsters needed to yield a pound of cooked meat.
It is also known as Atlantic lobster, Canadian lobster, true lobster, northern lobster, Canadian Reds, [3] or Maine lobster. [ 4 ] [ 5 ] It can reach a body length of 64 cm (25 in), and a mass of over 20 kilograms (44 lb), making it not only the heaviest crustacean in the world, but also the heaviest of all living arthropod species.
Apr 5, 2024 · The largest catch on record occurred in 2016 when Maine's 6,000 lobster-fishers landed more than 130 million pounds of lobster. This massive catch was valued at over $533 million. Maine lobster is iconic, not only for its economic value but also for its delicious meat.
Jan 29, 2024 · Every year, more than 130 million pounds of lobster are caught in the state, which is enough to provide 131 pounds of lobster for every person in the state. Lobster has become so entwined with the culture and cuisine of Maine that the state even hosts an annual lobster festival.
The ultimate guide to understanding Maine Lobster. Find out when peak lobster season is and the differences between hard and New Shell.