Eastern School Prawn
Metapenaeus macleayi
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Metapenaeus macleayi
Other names
School Prawn, Eastern School Shrimp
Size
Up to 16 cm (6.2 in)
Weight
Up to .035 kg (.077 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Coastal waters, estuaries, bays & harbours amongst sandy, silty & muddy bottoms
Depth Range
0 - 35 m (114 ft)
