Pandalus danae

  • Coonstripe shrimp
  • Crevette des quais
  • Camarón de muelle

Distribution

    Substrate and environment

    • Exclusively a marine species
    • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
    • The species is generally motionless in its environment
    • The species is found in a sheltered zone
    • The species can be found between 0 and 183 Meters.
    • Very common species.

    General behaviour of the species

    • Lives in large groups
    • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

    General characteristics of the species

    • Maximum size : 15 cm
    • Maximum age known : 3 year(s)
    • Diet : Zooplankton
    • The animal is a protandrous transsexual

    Relationship with humans

    • The species is good to eat
    • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
      • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
      • -Sport or local fishing
    The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!