A prawn or shrimp is a common sea creature found in both saltwater (oceans) and freshwater (rivers and lakes). It belongs to the same family as crabs and lobsters and is highly valued as a seafood delicacy worldwide.
Characteristics of Prawns:
1. Structure:
Prawns have elongated bodies covered with a hard exoskeleton (shell) for protection.
They have legs and antennae, which help in movement and hunting.
2. Habitat:
They live near the ocean floor, coral reefs, and shallow waters.
Many prawns inhabit sandy or muddy seabeds.
3. Diet:
Prawns feed on small marine organisms, plants, and organic material.
4. Importance:
Prawns are a popular seafood, rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals.
Characteristics of Prawns:
1. Structure:
Prawns have elongated bodies covered with a hard exoskeleton (shell) for protection.
They have legs and antennae, which help in movement and hunting.
2. Habitat:
They live near the ocean floor, coral reefs, and shallow waters.
Many prawns inhabit sandy or muddy seabeds.
3. Diet:
Prawns feed on small marine organisms, plants, and organic material.
4. Importance:
Prawns are a popular seafood, rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals.
- Catégories
- SEA WATER AQUARIUM
- Mots-clés
- prawans, seawater
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