Giant barnacles

Know your fish

Giant barnacles

Balanus nubilus

Typical size:30–80 mm

Volcano-shaped white shell, up to fist size
Cements directly to rock in the intertidal
Feeds with feathery legs at high tide

Looks like: Goose barnacles grow on a fleshy stalk.

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OK to keep

Check the Area rules before taking any

Must release

Any from closed or contaminated areas

Best months

January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

Fishing licences across Canada

Rig to tie

What to bring

Rake / shovel
Bucket
Measuring gauge
Tidal licence

6/day.

Hand harvesting.

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