description Greasyback Prawn Overview
Greasyback Prawn is the common name for Metapenaeus bennettae, a small penaeid prawn native to estuarine and coastal waters of eastern Australia. Its known range extends from Queensland to New South Wales, and it is associated with marine and brackish environments. The common name refers to the characteristic greasy feel of its shell, while the species is also relevant to regional commercial and food fisheries.
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What species is called the greasyback prawn?
Greasyback prawn is the common name for Metapenaeus bennettae. It is a small penaeid prawn associated with eastern Australia's coastal and estuarine waters.
Where is the greasyback prawn found?
Its known range extends from Queensland to New South Wales. It occurs in both marine and brackish environments.
Is the greasyback prawn a marine or freshwater animal?
The greasyback prawn is mainly associated with coastal and estuarine habitats. Those environments can include saltwater and brackish water, rather than purely freshwater.
What family does the greasyback prawn belong to?
Metapenaeus bennettae belongs to the penaeid prawn group. The name greasyback prawn refers to this Australian species.
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