Metapenaeus affinis


Metapenaeus affinis, commonly referred to as the Jinga shrimp, is a species of prawn in the family Penaeidae. It grows up to in length, with its common length being. Pale green or pink-brown body with green or red-brown specks.

Distribution

M. affinis is found in the Indo-Pacific, from the Persian Gulf to Hawaii, at depths of.

Interest to Fisheries

This species is most important in Pakistan's surrounding waters. It is regularly fished off of the Persian Gulf. M. affinis is considered the most important species of Metapenaeus in India. These shrimp are exported in Bangladesh for local consumption.