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Fresh water Crab

Photo by vipin.baliga
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This large mother crab was trying to cross the road and reach the stream to release her precious crablets. She meant business and would never hesitate to give a good powerful pinch. After a few pictures I let her follow her instincts. :-)

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Mission
Parental care in insects and other invertebrates
Wildlife in the Western Ghats
Mission
Insects and Invertebrates of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala & Tamil Nadu

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PublishedJuly 10, 2013

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