🐟 Giant Catfish (Pangasius pangasius) – The Mighty River Monster of the Sundarbans The Giant Catfish (Pangasius pangasius), also known as the Pangas Catfish, is one of the largest freshwater fish species found across the Indian subcontinent. Renowned for its size, adaptability, and economic value, this species plays a significant role in the riverine and […]
Category: Flora & Fauna
Mudwhelk (Telescopium telescopium)
🐌 Mudwhelk (Telescopium telescopium) – The Spiral Scavenger of Sundarban Tidal Flats The Mudwhelk, scientifically known as Telescopium telescopium, is a large, spiral-shelled gastropod mollusk commonly found in the muddy intertidal zones of the Sundarbans. This slow-moving, algae-scraping snail is a vital player in mangrove nutrient cycling and a cultural and ecological icon of tropical […]
Blood Clam (Tegillarca granosa)
🐚 Blood Clam (Tegillarca granosa) – The Red-Hearted Bivalve of Coastal Wetlands The Blood Clam, scientifically known as Tegillarca granosa, is a brackish water bivalve mollusk famous for its reddish hemoglobin-rich blood, which gives it its name. It is widely harvested across Southeast Asia and parts of India, including the Sundarbans’ estuarine fringe zones, where […]
Mangrove Oyster (Saccostrea cucullata)
🦪 Mangrove Oyster (Saccostrea cucullata) – The Saline Sculptor of Sundarbans Creeks The Mangrove Oyster, scientifically known as Saccostrea cucullata, is a filter-feeding bivalve mollusk commonly found clinging to mangrove roots, intertidal rocks, and estuarine creek beds throughout the Sundarbans. Often overlooked due to its static nature, this oyster is a vital ecosystem engineer, improving […]
Whiteleg Shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei)
🦐 Whiteleg Shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) – A Key Species in the Aquatic Ecosystem 🧬 Taxonomy Rank Classification Kingdom Animalia Phylum Arthropoda Class Malacostraca Order Decapoda Family Penaeidae Genus Litopenaeus Species Litopenaeus vannamei 🔍 Morphological Features The Whiteleg Shrimp, commonly known in aquaculture as Pacific White Shrimp, is medium to large-sized and exhibits the following characteristics: […]
Giant Tiger Prawn (Penaeus monodon)
🍤 Giant Tiger Prawn (Penaeus monodon) – The Black-Gold of the Sundarbans Estuaries The Giant Tiger Prawn, scientifically known as Penaeus monodon, is a large, commercially prized shrimp species found in the brackish waters of the Sundarbans delta. Known for its bold stripes, impressive size, and high export value, it plays a significant role in […]
Mangrove Crab (Sesarma mederi)
🦀 Mangrove Crab (Sesarma mederi) – The Mudflat Gardener of the Sundarbans The Mangrove Crab, scientifically known as Sesarma mederi, is a small, herbivorous crustacean that thrives in the muddy forest floor of tropical mangroves, including the Sundarbans. Unlike many other crabs, this species feeds primarily on mangrove leaves, making it an important decomposer and […]
🦀 Fiddler Crab (Uca spp.) – The Tiny Drummers of the Mangrove Tides
🦀 Fiddler Crab (Uca spp.) – The Tiny Drummers of the Mangrove Tides The Fiddler Crab is a small, fascinating intertidal crustacean that thrives in the mudflats, mangrove roots, and estuarine banks of the Sundarbans. Best known for the male’s oversized claw, which resembles a violin or fiddle, these crabs are not just entertainers of […]
🦀 Mud Crab (Scylla serrata) – The Mangrove Titan of the Sundarbans
🦀 Mud Crab (Scylla serrata) – The Mangrove Titan of the Sundarbans The Mud Crab, scientifically known as Scylla serrata, is a powerful, commercially valuable crustacean that thrives in the brackish tidal creeks, estuaries, and mangrove swamps of the Sundarbans. Renowned for its large size, strong claws, and culinary value, this species plays an essential […]
Blue-throated Flycatcher (Cyornis rubeculoides)
🐦 Blue-throated Flycatcher (Cyornis rubeculoides) – The Sapphire Songbird of Shaded Forests The Blue-throated Flycatcher is a strikingly beautiful and elusive forest songbird, known for its brilliant blue plumage and rich, fluty songs. Dwelling in the dense undergrowth of evergreen and moist deciduous forests, it is a gem for birdwatchers. While it is not a […]