Refers to a crab approaching the molting stage and showing a white-rim color sign within the margins of 2 outer segments of the swimming legs. Also describes any crab, between the Buckram and Peeler stages, with firm meat.
Male crab is tethered swimming on a string to catch a female.
Two or three Jimmies are placed in a pot to attract females. May. No bait is used. Sea Grant Marine Advisory Service.