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クルマエビ (kuruma prawn)

Penaeus japonicus

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in marine, freshwater, and terrestrial environments.

Widely distributed across Africa (Algeria, Egypt), Asia (China, Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), and South America (Brazil).

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇪🇬 Egypt 🇨🇳 China 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇩🇿 Algeria 🇧🇷 Brazil

Names in Other Languages

Japanese クルマエビ
French crevette kuruma
German Bambusgarnele

Similar Species in Penaeus

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ウシエビ
Penaeus monodon
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クマエビ（アシアカ）
Penaeus semisulcatus
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Brown Shrimp
Penaeus aztecus
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whiteleg shrimp
Penaeus vannamei
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of クルマエビ?
The scientific name of クルマエビ is Penaeus japonicus. It belongs to the genus Penaeus.
Where does クルマエビ live?
クルマエビ is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Algeria, Egypt), Asia (China, Taiwan), Europe (5 countries), and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Algeria, Brazil, China, Egypt, France, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, United Kingdom.
What family does クルマエビ belong to?
クルマエビ (Penaeus japonicus) belongs to the genus Penaeus, which is part of the taxonomic family Penaeidae.
What kingdom does クルマエビ belong to?
クルマエビ (Penaeus japonicus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).
What are the closest relatives of クルマエビ?
The closest relatives of クルマエビ in the genus Penaeus include ウシエビ, クマエビ（アシアカ）, Brown Shrimp, whiteleg shrimp.

Native Range — 10 Countries

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Genus Penaeus — 5 Species

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ウシエビ
Penaeus monodon
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クマエビ（アシアカ）
Penaeus semisulcatus
NE
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クルマエビ
Penaeus japonicus
NE
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Brown Shrimp
Penaeus aztecus
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whiteleg shrimp
Penaeus vannamei
NE
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