Shrimps, Prawns and Lobsters

For most of us, shrimps, prawns and lobsters immediately brings to mind something edible and tasty and many are small inconspicuous inhabitants living on our shores and in shallow water.

This guide includes a description of each animal accompanied by a colour photograph with information about each animals behaviour, diversity and ecology. The endmatter includes both a scientific and common name index, further references and a glossary.

Other titles in the series include An introduction to marine life, Crabs, hermit crabs and allies, Barnacles and Sponges.