Shrimp and Jiwei shrimp are both common shrimps, but there are some differences between the two in terms of species, appearance, breeding conditions and taste.
1.Species differences
Penaeus shrimp is a general term for the shrimp genus of the shrimp family, including Chinese shrimp, Japanese shrimp, Bohai shrimp and other species. Jiwei shrimp belongs to the genus Litopenaeus neoflorae in the family Litopenaeus prawnidae, which is the common name of the new shrimp in the knife forehead. Therefore, Jiwei shrimp is actually a type of shrimp.
2.Shape differences
Body size: Shrimp are larger, generally 15-30 cm long and up to 35 cm in length. The size of the shrimp is smaller, generally 10-15 cm long.
Color: The body color of the shrimp is generally blue-gray or light yellow, and the body color of the male shrimp is darker. The body color of Jiwei shrimp is generally earthy yellow or tan.
Shrimp head: The shrimp head of the shrimp is larger, and the forehead sword is distinct, exceeding the length of the shrimp mouth. The head of the shrimp is smaller, the frontal sword is shorter, and it has a jagged outline.
Shrimp shell: The shrimp shell of the shrimp is thicker and the shrimp flesh is firmer. The shell of Jiwei shrimp is thinner and the flesh is more tender.
3.Breeding conditions
Shrimp is a typical sea shrimp, the requirements for the breeding environment are high, must be cultivated in clear and clean seawater, the bottom sand, breeding density and water temperature are required.
Although Jiwei shrimp is also a marine shrimp, it can tolerate a freshwater environment and can be farmed in freshwater, so the environmental requirements are relatively low.
4.Taste differences
The meat quality of shrimp is tough, and it is suitable for cooking methods such as oil stewing, salt baking, and deep frying.
The meat quality of Jiwei shrimp is relatively tender and smooth, which is suitable for boiling, steaming, soup and other cooking methods.
5.*Differences
The cultivation of shrimp is more difficult, and the cultivation is relatively high.
The cultivation of Jiwei shrimp is less difficult and relatively cheap.
Summary
Shrimp and Jiwei shrimp have their own characteristics, and consumers can choose according to their preferences and needs.