The number of crabs in a half bushel depends on the size of the crabs:
- For small crabs, a half bushel typically contains about 3.5 to 4 dozen (42 to 48) crabs.
- For medium crabs, a half bushel usually has around 3 to 3.5 dozen (36 to 42) crabs.
- For large crabs, a half bushel generally holds about 2.5 to 3 dozen (30 to 36) crabs.
More specifically, one source states that a half bushel of peelers equals about 96 crabs, which suggests a higher count for smaller crabs
. Another source notes a half bushel is generally 3-4 dozen crabs depending on size
. Estimates from various seafood sellers align around these numbers, with medium crabs around 3.5 dozen per half bushel
and small crabs closer to 4 dozen
. In summary, expect roughly 30 to 48 crabs in a half bushel, with the exact count varying by crab size and packing
