On Types of Sexual Maturity in Brachyurans, with Special Reference to Size at the Onset of Sexual Maturity

Sexual maturity is an important phase of brachyuran's life cycle as it marks the transition of becoming an adult and the ability to reproduce. This article discussed on the types of sexual maturity found in brachyurans and the implication and application of size at the onset of sexual maturity (SOM) in general. In addition, data on the estimates of SOM of brachyurans were collected on a global scale for the period 1971–2015. The 220 maturity...