Species
Kuruma Prawn
Penaeus japonicus
Tier 5light tackle
0 waypoints11–19 cm (max 27 cm) typical
Overview: about kuruma prawn
Large offshore prawn found in bays and seas off northern Australia. Targeted with baited traps or nets in 10-50m at night, using heavy tackle to withstand strong currents. Good eating, but often a bycatch species for anglers targeting demersal fish.
Biology: Kuruma Prawn size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Offshore
- Typical size
- 11–19 cm (max 27 cm)
- Most active
- nocturnal
- Global range
- Indo-West Pacific
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