Let's go crabbing! Catching crabs in Malaysia is a thrilling and tasty hobby


Mangrove swamps, the natural habitat of mud crabs, are worth exploring to catch these crabs.

Crabbing, an age-old practice of catching crabs, is a popular pastime in many coastal regions worldwide.

In Malaysia, with its sprawling coastline teeming with marine biodiversity, crabbing is not merely a hobby. For many, it’s a deeply-rooted tradition.

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