Figure 12.4 shows the structure of a lobster, a representative crustacean. A crayfish, which is a freshwater form, differs morphologically from the lobster only in minor respects. The lobster has 20 segments, the first 13 of which are united on the dorsal side in a combined head and thorax, or cephalothorax. A heavy shield, or carapace, arises from the head [...]
In this article we will discuss about the Processing of Shrimps:- A. Preservation on Board B. Shrimp Handling on Shore. A. Preservation on Board: (a) Freezing: On sea, shrimps are frozen in cold brine or a solution of sugar and salt. This is done by air blast freezing or by plate freezing. Cooked as well as raw, whole shrimp can [...]
In this article you will learn about the Tiger Shrimp (P. Monodon):- 1. Introduction to Tiger Shrimp 2. Biochemical Composition of Tiger Shrimp 3. Distribution, Habit and Habitat 4. Biology and Life History 5. Culture Practices 6. Harvesting and Marketing 7. Diseases. Introduction to Tiger Shrimp: The tiger shrimp (Fig. 8.11), Penaeus monodon, forms both capture and culture fisheries of [...]