TunSea: White Shrimp for Sale in Tunisia Are Safe

Rumors of contamination of white shrimp sold in Tunisia have been refuted by TunSea. According to this organization, the shrimp present on the markets of Sfax and the south are safe, toxin-free, and compliant with consumption standards. The association clarified that these specimens belong to a species introduced in Morocco in 1993, adapted to the Tunisian environment for decades. ⏱️ 1 min of reading Recent facts and developments The explanation for their abundance relies on the phenomenon of migration via the Suez Canal, a process that has lasted over a century. Climate change and ballast waters from ships have accelerated their establishment. TunSea rejected any correlation with the arrival of foreign ships or aquaculture activities, emphasizing that their presence does not constitute a danger to human health. The association calls for rigorous scientific monitoring to assess the impact of white shrimp on the local 'royal shrimp' and the marine ecosystem. In Tunisia, six categories of shrimp coexist, including local species and exported varieties. Their proliferation raises questions about biodiversity and marine resource management. ⚡ Key points ▸ TunSea rejected any correlation with the arrival of foreign ships or aquaculture activities, emphasizing that their presence does not constitute a danger to human health. ▸ The association calls for rigorous scientific monitoring to assess the impact of white shrimp on the local 'royal shrimp' and the marine ecosystem. ▸ The explanation for their abundance relies on the phenomenon of migration via the Suez Canal, a process that has lasted over a century. Follow the latest news live on Flash Radio The latest news is also available live: listen to Radio Tunis Nationale, Diwan FM and Radio Sfax on Flash Radio, without registration. 🏛️ Radio Tunis Nationale live National 📡 Diwan FM live 91.2 MHz — Regional