Unusual crustacean spotted in the Danube near Kovin

An unusual animal with claws resembling hairy gloves has been filmed in the Manastirska rampa weekend settlement on the banks of the Danube near Kovin.

The footage, shared on social media, has sparked significant interest and debate regarding the creature's identity. Some observers suggest the animal may be the Chinese mitten crab, an invasive species known for its distinctive hairy claws that have spread from East Asia into European rivers.

While the Chinese mitten crab is considered an invasive species that can threaten local ecosystems by digging tunnels in riverbanks and competing with native species for food and habitat, experts have not yet officially confirmed if the animal in the video belongs to this specific species.