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Oriental prawn

Palaemon macrodactylus

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in marine, freshwater, and terrestrial environments.

Widely distributed across Asia (China, Taiwan), Europe (13 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Argentina, Uruguay).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Malacostraca (Crustaceans)

Species

Palaemon macrodactylus (Oriental prawn)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ユビナガスジエビ［フトユビスジエビ］

French crevette à grandes pinces

German Wander-Felsengarnele

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Oriental prawn?

The scientific name of Oriental prawn is Palaemon macrodactylus. It belongs to the genus Palaemon.

Where does Oriental prawn live?

Oriental prawn is found in Widely distributed across Asia (China, Taiwan), Europe (13 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Argentina, Uruguay).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, China, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands.

What family does Oriental prawn belong to?

Oriental prawn (Palaemon macrodactylus) belongs to the genus Palaemon, which is part of the taxonomic family Palaemonidae.

What kingdom does Oriental prawn belong to?

Oriental prawn (Palaemon macrodactylus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Oriental prawn?

The closest relatives of Oriental prawn in the genus Palaemon include Baltic prawn, Common Prawn, grass prawm.