Prawn Animal Facts – Animals World

Prawn; Decapod crustacean, resembles shrimp, with slender body and branching gills. Valued in cuisines for sweet, delicate meat.

Incredible Prawns Facts!

Decapod Crustaceans : Prawns belong to the decapod order, characterized by ten walking legs. They are closely related to shrimp and share similar features.
Exoskeleton Molting : Like other crustaceans, prawns undergo molting to grow. They shed their exoskeleton, revealing a soft new one that hardens over time.
Carotenoid Pigments : Prawns get their color from carotenoid pigments in their diet, such as astaxanthin. These pigments contribute to their vibrant hues, ranging from pink to red.
Aquatic Habitats : Prawns inhabit a variety of aquatic environments, from freshwater to saltwater. Some species are found in estuaries, while others thrive in deep-sea habitats.
Economically Important : Prawns are a significant part of global fisheries and aquaculture. Their sweet and delicate meat is highly valued in various cuisines, contributing to their economic importance.

Scientific Classification

Conservation Status
Endangered
Least Concern
Near Threatened
Vulnerable

Facts

Prey	Mice, rats, frogs, toads, lizards, eggs, snakes
Main Prey	Depends on the species, but rodents for most species.
Group Behavior	Solitary except during mating season
Fun Fact	Several medicines have been created using cobra venom.
Biggest Threat	Habitat destruction and persecution by humans.
Most Distinctive Feature	Hood that they spread when threatened.
Litter Size	3 – 25
Diet	Omnivore
Lifestyle	Diurnal
Number Of Species	37

Physical Characteristics

Color	Brown, Grey, Yellow, Fawn, Red Black, White, Tan, Dark Brown, Cream, Caramel, Olive Dark Grey, Dull Olive, Multi-colored Black-Brown, Grey-Brown
Skin Type	Scales
Lifespan	10+ Years
Length	6 – 10 feet for true cobras
Age of Sexual Maturity	4 – 5 Years

Scientific Name and Evolution

Species

Appearance

Behavior

Prawn