Description : This is the largest commercially available shrimp and is one of most popular varieties of shrimps on the Asian, American and European market. They get their name from the dark bands encircle their shells which turn bright red on cooking and retains its color for several days when refrigerated after cooking. They are sold in Headon, Headless and Peeled forms. They are extensively farmed in India and also are abundantly caught from wild along Indian coast.

Description :Small sized shrimps with firm texture and good flavour. They are mostly sold as salad shrimps in peeled form.

Description :Moderately landed along east coast of India. The flesh has red bands and its delicate sweet flavor is highly regarded. Mostly sold in Head On, headless and peeled forms.Usual size in commercial catch is 13-15 cm.

Description :Known as poovalan and contributes about 35% of marine landings of India. They are sold in headless and Peeled forms

Description :Famous giant freshwater prawn, this shrimp has a fine delicate flavor and commands good market price in local markets as well as in foreign trade in both developing as well as in developed countries of the world. They are sold in Headon, Headless and Peeled forms