Virginia Oliver, believed to be one of the oldest working lobster fishers in the world, has died at the age of 105 after spending nearly a century hauling traps along the rugged coast of Maine. Born in Rockland, Maine, Oliver began lobstering at just 8 years old, working beside her father and older brother at a time when women were rarely seen on the water. What began as … [Read more...] about Maine’s ‘lobster lady’ Virginia Oliver, who worked decades in the lobster industry, dies at 105
Sustainable Fishing
Rainbow Lobster: The Mysterious Migration of the Tropical Rock Lobster (Panulirus ornatus)
In the azure waters of the Pacific, a captivating creature roams, known to marine enthusiasts as the Tropical Rock Lobster or Panulirus ornatus. This magnificent spiny lobster, adorned with a kaleidoscope of colors reminiscent of a rainbow, holds within its lifecycle a mesmerizing tale of migration and survival. The journey of the Tropical Rock Lobster begins with a … [Read more...] about Rainbow Lobster: The Mysterious Migration of the Tropical Rock Lobster (Panulirus ornatus)