Horseshoe crabs’ survival triumph: Landings of ancient species in Malaysia increase by 14.44pc this year (opens original article in a new tab)

Malaysia reported a 14.44% increase in horseshoe crab landings between 2023 and 2025, with the species playing a significant role in marine biodiversity and biomedicine despite ongoing conservation challenges.

• Malaysia recorded a 14.44% increase in horseshoe crab landings from 2023 to 2025
• Horseshoe crabs account for 0.019% of total fisheries landings but have high biomedical value
• DOF highlights threats including habitat destruction, pollution, and uncontrolled egg harvesting
• DOF plans to strengthen conservation through enforcement, research, and protected breeding zones