Green Crab Molt Phase Detector

AI-powered tool for sustainable green crab harvesting in New Hampshire and Maine

Stream video or upload a photo of a green crab to predict when it will molt and determine the optimal harvest time.

Live Camera Stream

Point your camera at a crab to see real-time molt phase detection.

Camera Off
Record every live detection into one export bundle.

Upload Crab Image

Drop image here or click to browse

Supports JPG, PNG, GIF up to 16MB

How It Works
  1. Take a clear photo of the crab (top or underside view)
  2. Upload the image using the form above
  3. Our AI analyzes visual features to predict molt timing
  4. Follow the harvest recommendations
Best Practices
  • Use good lighting for clear photos
  • Include the entire crab in frame
  • Harvest "peeler" crabs (0-3 days before molt)
  • Handle crabs carefully to avoid stress

Green Crab Molt Detection System | Supporting sustainable fisheries in NH & ME

Developed for marine biology research and commercial harvesting

Version 2026.06.05 | Released 2026-06-05