Abstract:Mangrove crab Goniopsis cruentata purple mangrove crab Goniopsis cruentata catching is intensive and has a great impact on the population structure. The present study aimed to present information on the population structure of aratu. The catching was carried out by a professional fisherwoman using a fishing rod with a line and bait, capturing specimens of all sizes –not only those that could be sold. The results indicated that males and females showed no difference in carapace width. Comparing average weights,… Show more
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