1 Claw Lobsters (Cull Lobsters)
1 Claw Lobsters (Cull Lobsters)
Want to enjoy Maine lobsters at a lower price point? Lobsters with only 1 claw (instead of 2) are available. During our lobster grading process, we separate the 1 claw lobsters by small and large sizes and offer those at a discount price to our customers.
New England lobsters are one of the most popular seafood choices to not just New Englanders but to people worldwide. Steamed lobsters are a summer staple for cookouts, dinner parties, and, of course, beach barbeques. Intershell partners with many independent fishermen in Gloucester, MA to bring in lobsters daily so they are ready to ship directly to your door the minute they are brought in by the boat.
Note: This product is priced based on the market value – prices are subject to change at any given time.
Scientific Name: Homarus americanus
Harvest Area: Gulf of Maine and Massachusetts State Waters
Lobster Size Ranges: Sm 1 Claw Lobster 1-2 Lb & Lg 1 Claw Lobster 2 - 3 Lb
FAQ Cull (1 Claw Lobsters)
What does “Cull” lobster mean?
“Cull” Lobster means 1 claw lobsters. Once the claw of the lobster falls off, the claw will eventually grow back over time. We also consider “Cull” lobsters to have a very small claw in the beginning of its growing stage.
Why are the “Cull” 1 claw lobsters cheaper than regular 2 claw lobster?
Cull lobsters are cheaper than regular 2 claw lobsters due to its 1 claw missing. We also refer to it as an “imperfect” lobster. Upon harvest or during the grading process, sometimes the claw will fall off the lobster (or it already has), but that does not mean the quality of the lobster is any different than a lobster with its 2 claws. Cull lobsters are very popular with our wholesale customers due to its cheaper price point. It’s still the same lobster everyone loves, just one claw less!
How many pieces of lobsters would I get if I ordered the SMALL Size Cull Lobsters?
For 3 Lb of Small Cull Lobsters, you would get 2-3 pieces.
For 5 Lb of Small Cull Lobsters, you would get 3-5 pieces.
The weight of the individual lobster will vary due to the 1 claw missing from the lobster.
How many pieces of lobsters would I get if I ordered the LARGE Size Cull Lobsters?
For 3 Lb of Large Cull Lobsters, you would get 1 piece.
For 5 Lb of Small Cull Lobsters, you would get 2-3 pieces.
The weight of the individual lobster will vary due to the 1 claw missing from the lobster.
