description Dock Shrimp Overview
Dock shrimp, also called coonstripe shrimp, is the northeastern Pacific species Pandalus danae. Its recorded range extends from Unalaska and Alaska through the Pacific coast to near San Diego, although commercially exploited populations are concentrated farther north. It occurs on shallow marine bottoms and around structures such as dock pilings, as well as in eelgrass, sandy and rocky habitats. The species belongs to the shrimp family Pandalidae.
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What species is called dock shrimp?
Dock shrimp is the northeastern Pacific shrimp Pandalus danae, also called coonstripe shrimp. The common name is therefore tied to a specific species in this regional context.
Where does dock shrimp live?
Its recorded range extends from Unalaska and Alaska down the Pacific coast to near San Diego. Commercially exploited populations are concentrated farther north.
What is another name for dock shrimp?
Coonstripe shrimp is another common name for Pandalus danae. Both names refer to the same northeastern Pacific species.
Is dock shrimp commercially fished?
Yes, but the main commercial concentrations are farther north within its range. The species occurs along a much broader Pacific coast area than the places where it is most heavily exploited.
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