Louisiana Harvest of the Month - Shrimp

Carl Motsenbocker, Besse, Crystal

Fun Facts About Shrimp!

  • Like fish, shrimp travel, breed and eat in schools.
  • Shrimp protect coral reefs and clean parasites from fish.
  • Female shrimp can lay up to 1 million eggs in a mating season.
  • There are only 84 calories in a 3-ounce serving.


Shrimp are Nutritious and Good for You!

  • Excellent source of vitamin B12.
  • Excellent source of protein.
  • Good source of iron.
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