Jiuduansha
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Jiuduansha is a collection of four intertidal wetland shoals at the mouth of China's Yangtze River. They are administered as an island region of the municipality of Shanghai's Pudong New Area.
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Chinese mitten crab
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Eriocheir sinensis, the Chinese mitten crab or Shanghai hairy crab, is a medium-sized burrowing crab named for its furry claws, which resemble mittens. It is native to rivers, estuaries, and other coa
Jiuduansha
…about 5 square kilometers (1.9 sq mi) of the island, are planned to increase public awareness and support. Jiuduansha is the spawning ground for the hairy crab, one of the most important products of the Chinese fishing industry and a delicacy of the cuisine of Shanghai and eastern China. The shoals also host…
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Hairy crab is an important part of Shanghai cuisine
Close-up of the roe inside a steamed female crab