: Mandatory in almost all regions to ensure your catch meets minimum size requirements.

Buying a lobster trap requires choosing between recreational use or decorative purposes, as the designs and legal requirements differ significantly. For active fishing, modern wire "parlor" traps are the standard, while wooden traps are now primarily used for home decor. 1. Types of Lobster Traps

A functional trap uses a two-chamber design to prevent escape:

: A popular alternative in regions like California, these are flat-bottomed nets that require active monitoring rather than being left overnight.

: The second chamber. Once a lobster tries to leave the kitchen, it typically moves into the parlor, where it becomes trapped.

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