On the morning of October 30, a giant freshwater prawn statue built by the Takeo provincial administration was officially unveiled beside Takeo Lake in Roka sangkat, Doun Kaev municipality. It immediately drew crowds of local residents, who gathered along the bustling lakeside to see the enormous prawn. The unveiling ceremony was jointly presided over by Takeo Governor Vei Samnang and his wife.
The striking statue is 6 metres long and 2.5 metres wide, with a pair of claws extending 4.5 metres. Residents stopped to take photographs, and the giant prawn quickly became a new photo spot beside the lake.
Takeo province is known for its freshwater prawns, which have long been an important geographical symbol and local hallmark. The provincial administration said the statue was built to reflect local cultural identity and symbolism, and is expected to become a prominent feature of the lakeside.