Bim Bim’s human friend prepared a small wooden boat, and together they rowed through calm waters toward the cluster of green islands. As they approached, the sound of waves lapping against the mangroves became louder. The air was fresh but mixed with the earthy scent of the tidal mud. For Bim Bim, this was the perfect setting for exploration.
Stepping off the boat, Bim Bim immediately noticed the strange patterns in the mud — little holes and trails that hinted at the creatures hiding below. With curious eyes, he crouched low, scanning the area. Suddenly, a big shadow moved in the shallow water. It was a giant mudcrab, slowly crawling out from its burrow.
Bim Bim approached carefully, his little hands reaching forward. The crab’s large claws snapped in the air, warning him to keep his distance. But Bim Bim was smart and patient. He waited until the crab turned slightly, then quickly scooped it up from behind. The crab wriggled and clicked its claws, but Bim Bim held it gently, making sure not to harm it.
As they continued along the muddy shore, Bim Bim found more crabs — some hiding under rocks, others buried in the wet sand with only their eyes sticking out. Each time, he would skillfully uncover them and show them proudly to his friend before placing them in a basket. The crabs were huge compared to his tiny hands, their shiny shells glistening under the sunlight.
After a while, the tide began to rise again. The water crept slowly back into the mangrove roots, and the crabs started retreating to their hiding spots. Knowing it was time to leave, Bim Bim and his friend carried their catch back to the boat. The ride home was peaceful, the basket of giant mudcrabs resting beside them.
Back at the shore, Bim Bim watched as the crabs were carefully placed in a safe holding area. His adventure on Mudcrab Island had been a success — not just because of the catch, but because he had experienced the thrill of exploring the wild coastal life. For such a small monkey, the day had been filled with big moments.
As the sun began to set, painting the horizon in shades of gold and orange, Bim Bim curled up in his hammock, tired but happy. The memory of splashing through mud, spotting moving shells, and catching those giant crabs would stay with him for a long time.
