Shellfish Fishing
Official definition
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the commercial catching or taking of shellfish (e.g., clams, crabs, lobsters, mussels, oysters, sea urchins, shrimp) from their natural habitat.
Source: US Census Bureau, 2017 NAICS Definitions. Public domain.
Which code does this activity belong in?
Shellfish Fishing comprises establishments that commercially catch or take shellfish such as clams, crabs, lobsters, mussels, oysters, and shrimp from natural habitats. The distinction from Finfish Fishing lies in the target organism; finfish operations harvest species like bluefish, salmon, and tuna, while shellfish operations focus on mollusks and crustaceans. Marine animals other than finfish and shellfish, such as frogs and turtles, are classified in Other Marine Fishing.