Why Thai Shrimps Parade on Land

The video explores the phenomenon of shrimp parades along the Lambdam River, where tiny shrimp march out of the water despite the risks. Initially thought to be related to breeding, research shows that juvenile shrimp parade to avoid strong currents. This behavior is compared to other shrimp species worldwide, suggesting it may be a survival tactic. Understanding these parades can aid in conservation efforts, as fewer shrimp are parading each year, and they are getting smaller. Future research could help design structures to assist shrimp in navigating barriers, ensuring their survival and the continuation of these fascinating parades.

What was the initial belief about why shrimp parade along the river's edge?

• To avoid predators

• To escape pollution

• To find food

• For breeding purposes

What is the actual reason that juvenile shrimp leave the water and parade on land?

• To avoid strong currents

• To search for food

• To find mates

• To escape predators

How do larger shrimp manage strong currents differently from smaller shrimp?

• They dig into the riverbed

• They jump over the water

• They swim against the current

• They hide under rocks

What might the shrimp parade behavior indicate about shrimp's evolutionary history?

• They originated in freshwater

• They have always been land animals

• They adapted to walk around barriers

• They evolved to fly over obstacles

What is a potential conservation concern mentioned regarding the shrimp parades?

• Shrimp are becoming more aggressive

• Shrimp are invading new territories

• Shrimp are migrating to the ocean

• Shrimp are getting smaller and fewer are parading