New Marine Crab Species Discovered in Goa’s Mangrove Ecosystems - Goemkarponn

New Marine Crab Species Discovered in Goa’s Mangrove Ecosystems - Goemkarponn

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Scientists have identified a previously unknown species of marine crab along Goa’s coastline, highlighting the rich biodiversity of the State’s mangrove forests. Named Chhapgarus ngankeeae, the species was discovered by Sameer Kumar Pati from the Zoological Survey of India. The discovery traces back to the muddy backwaters of the Galgibaga River in Goa, where the primary reference specimen, or holotype, was collected. Me…