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Anatomy of Shrimp

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What is the dark 'vein' on the LEGS side of shrimp? I never noticed it before I started to clean 2 pounds worth today. It looks a lot like the digestive tract that runs on the other side. :unsure: Please don't tell this needs to be removed as well.

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There is a nerve cord on the leg (ie ventral) side.  It will not contain grit, so you only need remove it if it bothers you aesthetically.

Jen

Thanks! I thought that the suspect item might be part of the nervous system.

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