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Do prawns contain mercury?
Normally prawns would not, but it depends on the environment where the prawns were raised. If their environment is contaminated with something then they will also become contaminated.
Are prawns omnivores?
Prawns are opportunistic feeders that typically consume a variety of plant and animal matter, making them omnivores. They scavenge for detritus on the ocean floor but also feed on smaller organisms like plankton and small fish.
What is the Scientific name of prawns?
The terms "shrimp" and "prawns" are often used interchangeably. Each member of these species has its own scientific name. Some scientific names used for prawns are Penaeus monodon and Pandalus montagui.
How do the prawns use their maxillipeds for?
Prawns use their maxillipeds to manipulate food by holding it and passing it to their mouthparts for consumption. They help in feeding, handling, and processing food particles.
What does a prawn eat?
In the wild, prawns eat plankton, microscopic organisms that live in the water and include krill, algae, copepods and zooplankton. Prawns are scavengers, also feeding on decaying animal and plant matter.
