Shrimps: Their Diversity, Intriguing Adaptations and Varied Lifestyles

The book explores the biology of decapod shrimps, including their taxonomic and ecological diversity, anatomy, antifouling adaptations, color and camouflage, reproductive biology, sexual systems, mating systems, behavior, life history strategies, symbioses, shrimp fisheries, and aquaculture. It is written in an accessible style for a varied readership and is illustrated with figures and diagrams.

Format: Hardback
Length: 720 pages
Publication date: 09 April 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

Shrimps, a captivating group of animals, are not just a delectable and nutritious food source but a diverse realm of biological wonders. These remarkable creatures exhibit a remarkable range of sizes, shapes, colors, behaviors, and natural histories, making them a subject of fascination for scientists and enthusiasts alike. Shrimp fisheries and aquaculture play a vital role in the economies of the United States and the world, contributing significantly to food security and economic growth.

Shrimps are essential ecological and food-web components in marine and freshwater habitats, playing crucial roles in nutrient cycling, predator-prey interactions, and ecosystem health. Their taxonomic and ecological diversity is astounding, with over 1,000 species known to science, each with unique adaptations and characteristics. This book aims to synthesize information on the taxonomic and ecological diversity of shrimps, encompassing their structure and function, antifouling adaptations, coloration and camouflage, reproductive biology, sexual systems, mating systems, behavior, life history strategies, symbioses with other organisms, shrimp fisheries and aquaculture, and the evolution and phylogeny of these remarkable crustaceans.

Each chapter in this book is written within an adaptational and evolutionary perspective, emphasizing the importance of understanding shrimp biology in the context of their environment. Important questions about shrimp biology are raised, and hypotheses for future research are proposed. The authors' personal anecdotes and observations from their research experiences add a unique flavor to the text, making it accessible and engaging for a wide readership.

The book is extensively illustrated with figures and diagrams, providing visual representations of shrimp anatomy, behavior, and ecological interactions. The numerous color plates, composed of photos contributed by expert colleagues, bring the world of shrimps to life, showcasing their beauty and diversity. Whether you are a budding or working research scientist, an aquatic biologist, a fisheries and aquaculture professional, an amateur naturalist, an aquarium hobbyist, or simply someone with an interest in marine life, this book is a valuable resource. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of shrimp biology, making it a “go-to” book for anyone seeking insights into this fascinating group of animals.

Weight: 1399g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031209659
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023