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camarón tigre gigante

Penaeus monodon

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in marine, freshwater, and terrestrial environments.

Widely distributed across Africa (11 countries), Asia (4 countries), Europe (Norway, Spain), North America (6 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Fiji, Micronesia, Solomon Islands), and South America (4 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (artrópodos)

Class

Malacostraca (Crustaceans)

Species

Penaeus monodon (camarón tigre gigante)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ウシエビ

Spanish camarón tigre gigante

French crevette géante tigrée

German Bärengarnele

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of camarón tigre gigante?

The scientific name of camarón tigre gigante is Penaeus monodon. It belongs to the genus Penaeus.

Where does camarón tigre gigante live?

camarón tigre gigante is found in Widely distributed across Africa (11 countries), Asia (4 countries), Europe (Norway, Spain), North America (6 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Fiji, Micronesia, Solomon Islands), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Angola, Brazil, Cameroon, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cote d'Ivoire, Dominican Republic, Fiji, Gambia.

What family does camarón tigre gigante belong to?

camarón tigre gigante (Penaeus monodon) belongs to the genus Penaeus, which is part of the taxonomic family Penaeidae.

What kingdom does camarón tigre gigante belong to?

camarón tigre gigante (Penaeus monodon) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of camarón tigre gigante?

The closest relatives of camarón tigre gigante in the genus Penaeus include camarón tigre verde, Brown Shrimp, kuruma prawn, whiteleg shrimp.