
Ministry of Municipality announces ban on blue crab fishing in March each year
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Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Municipality has announced a decision, Ministerial Decision No. 108 of 2025, outlining updated regulations for blue crab...
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Municipality has announced a decision, Ministerial Decision No. 108 of 2025, outlining updated regulations for blue crab fishing in Qatari waters.
The move aims to enhance the sustainability and protection of marine life while introducing more flexible measures for the fishing community.
Under the new decision, the seasonal ban on blue crab fishing will now be limited to the month of March each year.
This is a significant change from the previous regulation, which imposed a three-month ban spanning March, April, and May.
However, a crucial aspect of the new decision is the permanent, year-round prohibition on fishing female blue crabs carrying eggs.













