Crystal Shrimp
Penaeus brevirostris
- Group: Shrimp
- Typical depth: 20–180 m
- Max size: 15 cm
The crystal shrimp works mud and sandy mud bottoms from about 20 down to 180 metres. It grows to roughly fifteen centimetres and, like other penaeid prawns, spends its days buried and emerges to feed once the light fades.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Arthropoda › Malacostraca › Decapoda › Penaeidae › Penaeus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1809218.
FAQ
- How deep does the Crystal Shrimp live?
- The Crystal Shrimp (Penaeus brevirostris) is typically found at 20–180 m.
- How big does the Crystal Shrimp get?
- The Crystal Shrimp grows to about 15 cm.