Shrimp/Prawn

Shrimp and prawn are both crustaceans coming from the same order, Decapoda, but different suborders. Their sweet taste and firm texture make them ideal for many dishes, though their delicate nature means they easily become rubbery if overcooked. 

Check out our sustainable shrimp and prawn recipes.

Is shrimp/prawn sustainable?

Shrimp and prawn carrying the blue MSC label are certified sustainable. MSC labelled shrimp and prawn come from fisheries that have been independently assessed to the MSC Fisheries Standard. Companies using the label all along the supply chain have been assessed to ensure products can be traced back to an MSC certified fishery. Shrimp and prawn are central to various cuisines from different cultures, with many MSC certified products sold in restaurants and shops worldwide.

View brands who’ve committed to sell MSC certified seafood.

MSC certified shrimp/prawn:

Find shrimp/prawn fisheries that have met the MSC standard for sustainable fishing.

Bonus fact

Several shrimp species serve as cleaner fish on coral reefs. Cleaner shrimp congregate at cleaning stations, sometimes joining other cleaner fish to attend to client fish. A wide array of aquatic life visit to have their parasites removed by shrimp and other cleaner fish. The clients benefit by having these parasites removed while the shrimp gain the nutritional value of the parasites. How resourceful!