Sculptured Mitten Lobster
Parribacus antarcticus
- Group: Lobster
- Typical depth: 0–20 m
- Max size: 20 cm
- IUCN status: LC
A flattened slipper lobster of coral and stone reefs, the sculptured mitten lobster shelters in crevices by day, sometimes in small groups, and forages at night across reef and rubble. It grows to about 20 centimetres, takes a wide range of food, and is listed as Least Concern.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Arthropoda › Malacostraca › Decapoda › Scyllaridae › Parribacus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 210364.
FAQ
- How deep does the Sculptured Mitten Lobster live?
- The Sculptured Mitten Lobster (Parribacus antarcticus) is typically found at 0–20 m.
- How big does the Sculptured Mitten Lobster get?
- The Sculptured Mitten Lobster grows to about 20 cm.