Long-lasting crustacean bait for use in traps and method of making the same

摘要

An improved bait for use in attracting crustaceans in traps and pots is disclosed which is particularly long-lasting when used in such traps and pots in any of a wide variety of underwater environments, together with a preferred method for making the crustacean bait. The improved crustacean bait is made of hides such as cowhides which are processed to remove the hair therefrom, and then is cured and cut into pieces of an appropriate size for use as crustacean bait in traps or pots. The pieces of improved crustacean bait may be packaged in sealed bulk packages which do not require refrigeration. The improved crustacean bait is very long-lasting when placed into a trap or pot in the ocean, and will neither decompose over an extended period of time nor degrade in its attractiveness to lure crustaceans over an extended period of time.