Tropical Shellfish

Mud Crab

An Introduction to Mud Crab A mud crab is a large, commercially valuable crustacean that lives in coastal environments where the land meets the sea, particularly in muddy, brackish waters such as lagoons, estuaries, and mangrove forests. The most well-known and widely traded species is Scylla serrata, often referred to as the giant mud crab […]

Lobster

An Introduction to Lobster Lobsters are large, marine, decapod crustaceans with long bodies, muscular tails, and ten legs, typically inhabiting cold-water seafloor crevices. They have a hard exoskeleton (molted to grow) and two large claws—a crusher and a pincher—used for hunting, feeding on mollusks, crustaceans, and fish. Key Characteristics and Facts: Appearance & Species: While […]

Giant Fresh Water Prawns

Introduction to Giant Freshwater Prawns Giant freshwater prawns are large freshwater crustaceans scientifically known as Macrobrachium rosenbergii. They are one of the most commercially important freshwater prawns in the world and are widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions due to their fast growth, high market value, and excellent meat quality. These prawns naturally live […]

Mussels

What are mussels? Mussel are edible bivalve mollusks commonly found in marine, estuarine, and some freshwater environments, where they attach themselves to rocks, mangroves, and other hard surfaces using strong byssal threads. They are highly valued for their tender meat, rich flavor, and excellent nutritional profile, being a good source of high-quality protein, omega-3 fatty […]

Tuna

Tuna is a highly valued marine fish known for its excellent nutritional profile, firm texture, and rich flavor. It belongs to the family Scombridae and is widely distributed in tropical, subtropical, and temperate oceans around the world. Tuna are fast-swimming pelagic fish, recognized for their streamlined bodies and strong migratory behavior, making them one of […]

Fillets

Tropical Shellfish offers a premium selection of expertly prepared fish fillets, sourced and processed to meet the highest international quality standards. Each fillet is carefully handled to preserve its natural texture, flavour, and nutritional value, whether supplied fresh for same-day use or CryoFresh frozen for extended shelf life. From rich, buttery salmon to firm, flaky […]

Whole Fish

Tropical Shellfish supplies an extensive and diverse range of premium whole fish, sustainably wild caught from Sri Lanka’s rich coastal waters, reef systems, brackish lagoons, and inland freshwater bodies. From everyday favourites to prized reef and pelagic species, every fish is handled with the same commitment to freshness, quality, and consistency that defines everything we […]