The feeding of X. kroyeri (Heller, 1862) was analyzed during the period from August/98 to July/99 using the frequency of occurrence, frequency of points and feeding index methods. The species presents a broad trophic specter and diversified, composed by 30 items: Gammaridae, organic matter, Acetes americanus, Polychaeta, Globigerina and Osteichthyes were the most explored items.
Decapoda; Xiphopenaeus kroyeri; feeding habits; natural diet