| Scientific Name |
Penaeus monodon |
| Common Name |
Tiger Prawn |
| Size |
15-33 cm (varies by species and age) |
| Weight |
20-30 grams (average adult size) |
| Body Color |
Translucent to light brown with dark vertical stripes |
| Shell Type |
Hard, semi-translucent exoskeleton |
| Legs |
5 pairs of legs, with one pair modified into claws |
| Claws |
Well-developed, particularly in larger individuals |
| Carapace |
Smooth and elongated, covering the head and thorax |
| Antennae |
Long and segmented, used for sensory functions |
| Eyes |
Compound, located on either side of the head |
| Habitat |
Coastal waters, estuaries, and mangroves |
