KRABI, June 15 (TNA) – A rare species of crab has been
found at the world-famous Maya Bay that has been closed to tourists for
nearly two years.
The hairy leg mountain crab or “Pu Kai” in Thai appeared on
Maya Bay beach, which is a part of Hat Nopparat Thara- Mu Koh Phi Phi National
Park.
It was the first time Pu Kai was spotted in decades, said
park rangers who captured the images of the rare crab on Monday.
The 10-centimeter wide crab was feeding on morning glory
planted on the beach by park rangers.
Maya Bay has been closed since July 1, 2018, in order to
stop overcrowding and restore the environment.
The reappearance of Pu Kai brought excitement to the
conservationist as it indicates rehabilitated marine ecology.(TNA)
