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5.1.1. Prawn larval stages
The newly hatched Zoea larva is about 1.92 mm in the length. It has the zoeal characteristics such as a body distinguishable into cephalothorax (CT) and abdomen (AB). The cephalothorax is covered by a carapace having the dorsomedian rostrum. All thoracic and cephalic appendages are present. The larvae pass through 11 zoeal stages within a period of 23-32 days based on the availability of feed, light and appropriate water quality.
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