Vannamei Shrimp and its prospect in coming years for Bangladesh
Vannamei Shrimp and its prospect in coming years for Bangladesh V annamei shrimp ( Penaeus vannamei ), which is naturally found in eastern Pacific Ocean sometimes called white legged shrimp, Pacific white shrimp, or Mexican white shrimp. It has a carapace length of 90 mm and can reach a maximum length of 230 mm (9.1 in) (3.5 in). The rostrum is medium in length and has two to four teeth on the ventral side and seven to ten teeth on the dorsal side. While juveniles reside in estuaries, adults live in the ocean at depths of up to 72 meters (236 feet). In 1973, Florida became the first state to try shrimp aquaculture. Currently, this shrimp is being grown for commercial purposes in 62 countries, 15 of which are in Asia. Due to the reduced price compared to Tiger prawns, it is much sought after on the international market. Commercial Vannamei shrimp farming started in the Philippines in 1987, Thailand and China in 1988, Vietnam and Myanmar in 2000, and India in 2008. Future pro