Threats
Urbanisation & Infrastructure
Overexploitation of Biological Resources
Human Disturbance & Ecosystem Disruption
Invasive Species & Diseases
Pollution
Climate Change
Horseshoe crabs are facing a severe survival crisis. In parts of Asia, they are captured as a delicacy. They are also overharvested as their blood can be made into medical products. Furthermore, beaches are essential breeding sites for horseshoe crabs. However, reclamation, pollution, urban development, invasive species, and sea-level rise caused by climate change are destroying these beaches. Human recreational activities on beaches also cause disturbance to juveniles, while extreme heat resulting from climate change impacts their survival.
