Horn-eyed Ghost Crab – Kirukakuni
The crab shown in these photographs appears to be the horn-eyed ghost crab or horned ghost crab (Ocypode ceratophthalmus). It can be…
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Mud Crab – Scylla serrata
The Mud Crab, scientifically known as Scylla serrata, holds a special place in the diverse ecosystem of the Maldives. Often found in…
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Brown Land Crab – Cardisoma carnifex
Cardisoma carnifex, affectionately known as the Brown Land Crab, is a common sight across numerous Maldivian islands. From Kaafu Huraa to Noonu…
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Paraleptuca Crassipes – thick-legged fiddler crab
In the mangrove areas of the Maldives, one can often spot the captivating Paraleptuca crassipes, also known as the thick-legged fiddler crab.…
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Tetragonal Fiddler Crab
In the serene coastal landscapes of the Maldives, where land, beach, and mangrove areas converge, a hidden gem reveals itself—the Tetragonal Fiddler…
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Why Do Mangrove Crabs (Cardisoma carnifex) Climb Trees?
Mangrove crabs, particularly the Cardisoma carnifex species, have intrigued observers with their fascinating behavior of climbing trees. Locally known as “kandoo kakuni”…
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