Global demand for Karnataka mud crabs surges as local populations shrink
High-quality mud crabs sourced from Uttara Kannada in Karnataka are seeing a massive surge in popularity throughout Southeast Asia, where they command significantly higher prices compared to domestic markets. To maintain their market value, exporters transport these crabs while they are still alive. Although the industry has bounced back since the pandemic, local fishers and environmental specialists are raising concerns that rising marine pollution and shifting climate patterns are leading to a noticeable drop in crab numbers.
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