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Biological Info: Brown Shrimp

Brown Shrimp
Scientific Name:
Farfantepenaeus aztecus
Common Names:
Brazil, Spring Shrimp
Description:

Brownish, grooves on either side of spine on head and either side of spine on tail. Medium-length antennae. Abundant in spring and early summer.

Average 70-80 per pound.
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