Size: This is a medium shrimp, which does not exceed 145 mm (5.7 inches).

Distribution: This species is distributed from Kuwait, Iran around Pakistan, Sri Lanka and India to Bangladesh. It is a marine shrimp preferring depths of 20 to 90 meters (65 to 300 feet).

Comments: This shrimp is one of important species in Pakistan and the west coast of India. It is used for peeling, with much of the catch exported frozen. It also has some commercial importance in Bangladesh.