Tag Archives: Tiger Prawn

NISAW 2016 – Tiger Prawn (Penaeus monodon) “Lions in the Gulf and Tigers in the Bay”

Posted on February 25, 2016 by John

  Giant Tiger Prawn (Penaeus monodon): This catchy phrase coined by Robert Turpin (Escambia County Marine Resources Division) describes a recent invader to our marine waters in the past decade. Many coastal residents are aware of the invasive lionfish that has … Continue reading →

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Invasive Species of the Day: Tiger Prawn and Climbing Ferns

Posted on February 27, 2015 by John

Giant Tiger Prawn (Penaeus monodon): Giant Tiger Prawn: This large shrimp, also known as the Asian Tiger Shrimp and the Black Tiger Shrimp, can reach lengths between 8-12 inches.  It resembles are native edible penaeid shrimp but differs in that it … Continue reading →

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Invasive Species of the Day Series (March 8th): Red Imported Fire Ant & Giant Tiger Prawn

Posted on March 8, 2013 by John

National Invasive Species Awareness Week: March 3rd – March 8th March 8th: Red Imported Fire Ant (Solenopsis invicta Buren) & Giant Tiger Prawn (Penaeus monodon): Red Imported Fire Ant: Many of us cherish childhood memories of family picnics during summer. … Continue reading →

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