Opossum Shrimp

Opossum Shrimp

by | Jul 25, 2024 | Arthropods, Plankton

Opossum Shrimp Author: Jamie Lenihan Common Names:  Mysid Shrimp, Opossum Shrimp Scientific name:  (Order) Mysida Size range: 5-25mm long (mature length)   Identifying Features:  Mysida is an order of over 1000 species of similar shrimp-like crustaceans. The...
Spot Prawn

Spot Prawn

by | Jul 25, 2024 | Arthropods

Spot Prawn Authors:  Aidan McReynolds and Zack Schmit Common Names: Spot Prawn, Pacific Prawn Scientific Name: Pandalus platyceros Size Range: 15 to 22 cm in length at maturity Identifying Features:  Spot prawn are usually 15-22 cm in length when fully matured, making...
Coonstripe Shrimp

Coonstripe Shrimp

by | Jul 25, 2024 | Arthropods

Coonstripe Shrimp Author:  Noah Spriggs and Zach Lansdell Common Names: Coon Stripe Shrimp, Dock Shrimp Scientific Name: Pandalus danae Stimpson, 1857 Size Range: Up to 14cm (about 6 inches) in length, 7.5 to 10cm average.   Identifying Features:  The Coonstripe...
Taylor Coastal Shrimp

Taylor Coastal Shrimp

by | Jul 25, 2024 | Arthropods

Taylor Coastal Shrimp Author: Rubin Johnston Scientific Name: Heptacarpus taylori Size Range: The average length of adults is around 28mm (1.1 in) Identifying Features: Taylor Coastal Shrimp have a variety of colours, including red, brown, black, and green. Two things...