Species Guide

Black Tiger Shrimp

Habitat

General Description

Size and Weight

Life Cycle

Requires saltwater for reproduction and larval development.

Adaptations

High tolerance to different farming conditions but more demanding in water quality compared to Penaeus vannamei.

Juveniles farming systems

Requires saltwater for reproduction and larval development.

Grow-out farming systems

Coastal ponds, recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS).

Tropical Indo-Pacific regions, from East Africa to Southeast Asia and Australia.
Vietnam, India, Thailand, Indonesia.

One of the most sought-after shrimp species in premium markets due to its large size and rich flavor.

  • Shell: Source of chitin and chitosan for biomedical and industrial applications.
  • By-products: Shrimp meal used in fish and poultry feed.
Fresh, frozen, grilled, steamed, in sushi, curry, and gourmet dishes.