Scampi
Metanephrops challengeri
A small clawed lobster with a medium to firm texture and a white, sweet tasting flesh.
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New Zealand Scampi are a rare delicacy and highly sought after.
Scampi are a specie of lobster, and not a prawn.
They are found all around New Zealand at depths between 200-750 metres and are caught using specialised deepwater trawls.
Key Information
Family
Scampi belong to the Nephropidae family (clawed Lobsters).
Physical attributes
New Zealand Scampi are whitish or pinkish with darker orange banded strips that occur at the joints.
They have a white flesh with a medium to firm texture.
Sustainability
Scampi was introduced to the Quota Management System (QMS) in 2004. Research surveys primarily use deepwater digital photography to estimate Scampi stock levels based on counts of Scampi burrows. Commercial catch rates and trawl surveys also contribute to stock assessments.
Geographical location
Found all around New Zealand at depths between 200-750 metres.
Market Names
- New Zealand: Scampi
- Australia: Scampi
Locations Caught
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Profile
Average weight
120 g
Average length
25-30 cm
TACC i
1,337 tonne
Talley's catch
<100 tonne
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Nutritional information
Average quantity per 100g
Energy
340 kJ
Protein
19.1 g
Fat, total
<1 g
Carbohydrate
<1 g
Seasonal availability
Flavour and cooking
Scampi has a white, meaty flesh that has a sweet, delicate flavour. The versatile, small clawed lobster are considered a delicacy and can be baked, barbecued, marinated or served raw as sashimi.
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