Dave the Diver: How to Unlock the Crab Trap & Catch Lobster…

In Dave the Diver, players have the opportunity to catch a variety of sea creatures to enhance the menu at Bancho's Sushi. To add Lobster and Crab-based dishes to the menu, and host a wild and crazy Lobster Party, players must first unlock the Crab Trap. Crafting meals with these ingredients not only pleases critics but also substantially increases profits. This guide will detail the steps to unlock Crab Traps and efficiently capture key ingredients such as Crab and Lobster in Dave the Diver.

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How to Unlock Crab Traps in Dave the Diver

Despite their name, Crab Traps in Dave the Diver are designed to catch both Crab and Lobster. You will unlock Crab Traps during the quest "A Nutritious Food for Sea People?" This quest becomes accessible after you've made progress in the game's main story and have gained entry to the Glacial Passage.

How to Start A Nutritious Food for Sea People? Quest

Talk to Duwa to start the quest A Nutritious Food for Sea People? in Dave the Diver

To start the quest for unlocking the Crab Trap in Dave the Diver, travel to the Sea Village and speak with Duwa in his Blacksmithing Workshop. Duwa is suffering from a persistent cough and seeks a remedy.

After your chat with Duwa, head over to Mima's Restaurant and speak with Mima. Mima recommends creating a dish with Horsehair Crabs to alleviate Duwa’s cough, though she warns that they are difficult to catch. Your next step is to head to the surface and consult Otto at the crop farm, who informs you that catching the Horsehair Crab requires a Crab Trap.

Otto explains Crab Traps to Dave in Dave the Diver

Otto agrees to construct a Crab Trap for you, but he needs specific materials: 3 Lumber, 2 Scrap Iron, 2 Rope, and 1 Tiger Shark Tooth. Gather these items and return them to Otto; he will then provide you with the Crab Trap. With this new tool in hand, you're ready to start catching Crab and Lobster in Dave the Diver.

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How to Use the Crab Trap in Dave the Diver

To deploy a Crab Trap and catch Horsehair Crab, head to the Glacial Area and search for bubbling rocks. Once a suitable crevice is located, interact with it to set the Crab Trap, add bait, and wait for a bit. The effectiveness of Crab Traps depends on the bait used, so the rank of the fish used as bait should be considered when targeting specific crustaceans. Generally speaking, higher ranked bait will lure higher rank Crab and Lobster.

After setting the bait, you're free to explore other areas and come back later to see what you've caught. Your trap's location is marked by an arrow on the edge of your screen, and a green check mark will appear when something is caught. Remember to collect your catch from the Crab Traps before heading back to the surface to avoid losing them.

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After successfully trapping a Horsehair Crab, return to the Sea People Village and deliver it to Mima. She will prepare a Steamed Horsehair Crab dish and set it outside her restaurant. Collect the dish off the ground and carry it to Duwa’s Workshop. Once inside, present the dish to Duwa, who in return will express his gratitude by giving you 150 Bei and 1 Divine Tree Fruit Fragment.

How to Upgrade the Crab Trap in Dave the Diver

Upgrading the Crab Trap in Dave the Diver

After unlocking the Crab Trap, you have the option to enhance it via the iDiver app. The Crab Trap can be upgraded twice, reaching its maximum capability at Level 3. At this level, you're able to deploy three Crab Traps simultaneously on a single dive. The cost for the initial upgrade is 4,500 gold, while the second and final upgrade will set you back 9,200 gold.

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What Can You Catch in Crab Traps in Dave the Diver

All crab and lobster in Dave the Diver you can catch with Crab Traps.

There are 14 different species of Crab and Lobster that can be caught in Crab Traps. You cannot catch larger Crab such as Spider Crabs, which will still require the use of a Net Gun or other weapon in Dave the Diver to successfully snare.

Marinca #	Name	Found at Depth	Active	Rank
0701	Red-banded Lobster	0-50m	Night	Rank 5
0702	American Lobster	0-50m	Day	Rank 8
0703	Blue Lobster	0-50m	Night	Rank 8
0704	European Lobster	0-50m	Day	Rank 5
0705	California Spiny Lobster	50-130m	Day	Rank 5
0706	Fan Lobster	50-130m	Night	Rank 5
0707	Tropical Rock Lobster	50-130m	Day	Rank 8
0708	Crystal Lobster	50-130m	Night	Rank 8
0709	Norway Lobster	130-250m	Day	Rank 5
0710	Eastern Rock Lobster	130-250m	Day	Rank 8
0711	Snow Crab	Glacier Zone	Day	Rank 8
0712	Horsehair Crab	Glacier Zone	Day	Rank 9
0713	Dollocaris Ingens	Glacier Zone	Day	Rank 8
0714	Tokummia Katalepsis	Glacier Zone	Day	Rank 9