description Yellow Prawn Overview
Yellow prawn is the common name for Metapenaeus brevicornis, a small penaeid prawn of the Indo-West Pacific. Its known range extends from India through Southeast Asia, and it is associated with shallow coastal and estuarine waters. The species is caught in Asian coastal fisheries and is used as food, so it is relevant both as a marine animal and as a commercial fishery resource.
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What is the scientific name of yellow prawn?
Yellow prawn is the common name for Metapenaeus brevicornis. It is a small penaeid prawn in the family Penaeidae.
Where does Metapenaeus brevicornis live?
Its known range extends from India through Southeast Asia in the Indo-West Pacific. It is associated with shallow coastal waters, estuaries, and other nearshore habitats.
Is yellow prawn caught for food?
Yes. Metapenaeus brevicornis is caught in Asian coastal fisheries and may appear in local seafood markets, although its commercial importance varies by country and fishery.
Is yellow prawn the same as a yellow shrimp sold in supermarkets?
Not necessarily. Yellow prawn specifically refers to Metapenaeus brevicornis, while supermarket labels such as yellow shrimp can be informal names for different species or prepared products.
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