Zhoushan bamboo shrimp

Wild bamboo shrimp, also known as Penaeus monodon and Chexia, belongs to the crustacean shrimp family. This shrimp is named after its hard shell, bright color and patchy shape. Among shrimps, it is known as "the queen of shrimp". Slub shrimp is not only big and fleshy, but also tender and delicious, which is the top grade of seafood. In ancient medicine, it and "seabirds, zhenzhang" are listed as three kinds of advanced marine nutritious foods to strengthen the body. The sea area near Zhoushan Archipelago is the main distribution area of wild bamboo shrimp. The wild bamboo shrimp population is roughly divided into Zhoushan fishing ground population and southern Fujian and eastern Guangdong population. Zhoushan population is the dominant population, and its output accounts for more than 60% of the total. Compared with the southern population, the Zhoushan population of bamboo shrimp has unique advantages: the growth environment is low in water temperature, so the cycle is longer and its meat quality is more tender and delicious; The fishing season is relatively concentrated, mostly from September to November, with high unit output and high economic benefits; The color is mainly cyan, and the meat color is white and tender, which is very suitable for sushi shrimp and other products. Compared with farmed prawns, wild bamboo prawns are bigger and have better taste and nutrition. Because it grows in the natural environment, there is no need to use antibiotics and other drugs like farmed products, so its food safety is also adequately guaranteed. In 2005, Zhoushan "Yinhao brand" bamboo shrimp passed the mark protection assessment of the country of origin, and in 2006 it won the title of "Zhejiang famous brand product". The products are well-known at home and abroad, exported to Japan, South Korea and other countries for a long time, and favored by overseas customers. In 2009, a total of 1000 tons of wild bamboo shrimp products were exported to the above countries. From April to May every year, the bamboo shrimp migrates and lays eggs, and enters the fishing period in mid-August. October is the best time for sea fishing, and it gradually decreases in November. The delicious and nutritious catch of bamboo shrimp can be extended to February of the following year. Zhoushan seafood is mouth-watering when it is heard, enjoyable when it is eaten, and lingering when it is aftertaste. Zhoushan bamboo shrimp is a geographical indication protection product.
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