Palaemon shrimps, belonging to the genus *Palaemon*, are small to medium-sized crustaceans commonly found in brackish and freshwater environments across the globe. These shrimps are important both ecologically and economically, being harvested for food and bait. The "Not Elsewhere Included" (nei) category in fisheries statistics refers to catches of Palaemon shrimps that are not identified to the species level but are grouped together due to similar characteristics. Major countries involved in the capture and export of these shrimps include China, India, Bangladesh, and several Southeast Asian nations such as Vietnam and Thailand. These countries have extensive river systems and coastal wetlands that provide ideal habitats for Palaemon shrimps, and local fisheries often rely on traditional capture methods. The industry is significant for local economies, supporting both subsistence and commercial fishers, and the shrimps are consumed domestically or exported, particularly to markets in East Asia and Europe.
| Rank | Country | Metric Tons |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 1 |
Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.