Eastern School Shrimp
Metapenaeus macleayi
- Group: Shrimp
- Typical depth: 22–37 m
- Max size: 16.2 cm
An estuary shrimp of southeastern Australia, the eastern school shrimp moves in dense schools and supports a small commercial fishery. Adults gather offshore between about 22 and 37 metres, while juveniles grow up in shallow estuarine waters before heading out to sea.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Arthropoda › Malacostraca › Decapoda › Penaeidae › Metapenaeus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 377541.
FAQ
- How deep does the Eastern School Shrimp live?
- The Eastern School Shrimp (Metapenaeus macleayi) is typically found at 22–37 m.
- How big does the Eastern School Shrimp get?
- The Eastern School Shrimp grows to about 16.2 cm.