Stanley (1993) had demonstrated that linear growth of shrimp can be safely assumed during the first 21 weeks of culture.
However, it is not uncommon to observe grow-out cycles shorter than 21 weeks in Honduras.
In personal interviews conducted by the authors, farm managers have stated that the bulk of production in Honduras come out in the sizes 61-70 and 41-50 (dry and wet season, respectively) which may be a result of overcrowded conditions, short grow-out cycles, or a combination of factors therein.