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What is Ghatiana Karnataka?

Aug. 13, 2026

A beat forester from Mookambika Wildlife Sanctuary, Udupi has scientifically described a new freshwater crab species, Ghatiana Karnataka.

About Ghatiana Karnataka:

  • It is a new species of freshwater crab.
  • It was discovered from Mookambika Wildlife Sanctuary in Karnataka.
  • Unlike the other species of Ghatiana that are hard to find during the dry seasons, Ghatiana Karnataka was recorded in all the seasons.
  • Habitat:
    • They live near perennial streams and in evergreen or semi-evergreen forests.
    • During the monsoon, they can be found on laterite rocks, and during other seasons, inside the tree cavities that are moist.

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