Abbreviated Larval Development of a Fresh-Water Prawn, Macrobrachium Niphanae Shokita and Takeda (Decapoda: Palaemonidae), from Thailand

Abstract
The abbreviated larval development of a fresh-water prawn from Thailand, Macrobrachium niphanae Shokita and Takeda, is described and illustrated in detail. Two zoeal, 1 megalopal, and 2 juvenile stages are distinguished, and their characteristics are compared with those of related species which have an abbreviated larval life.

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