Black Tiger Prawn
Penaeus monodon
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Penaeus monodon
Other names
Giant Tiger Prawn, Asian Tiger Shrimp
Size
Up to 33 cm (13 in)
Weight
Up to .32 kg (.70 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Coastal to deeper ocean waters amongst sandy, silty, muddy & rocky areas
Depth Range
1 - 150 m (3 - 492 ft)
