Fenneropenaeus penicillatus - Redtail prawn

Fenneropenaeus penicillatus - Redtail prawn

• The name "Redtail prawn" (Fenneropenaeus penicillatus) is derived from the distinctive red coloration on the tail (abdomen) of the species. 
• The scientific name "Fenneropenaeus" honors the American marine biologist Dr. Alfred Fenner, while "penicillatus" means "brush-like" in Latin, likely referring to the shape of the species' antennae or legs. 
• The common name "Redtail prawn" is a direct reference to the striking red coloration on the tail, which is a notable characteristic of this species.