1/10/2010

Startling strawberry crab discovered off Taiwan

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A marine biologist has discovered a startling new crab species that resembles a large strawberry.

BEIJING, Jan. 10 -- A marine biologist has discovered a startling new crab species that resembles a large strawberry.

The unusual crustacean was found off the coast of southern Taiwan. It has a dramatic bright red shell covered with small white bumps.

Professor Ho said his team found two female crabs of the new species last June off the coast of Kenting National Park, known for its rich marine life.

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A marine biologist has discovered a startling new crab species that resembles a large strawberry.

The crabs died shortly afterwards, possibly because the water in the area was polluted by a cargo ship that ran aground.

Taiwanese crab specialist Wang Chia-hsiang confirmed Professor Ho's finding.

(Source: cctv.com)

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