How deep does the Cape Lobster live?

The Cape Lobster (Homarinus capensis) is typically found at 20–40 m.

How big does the Cape Lobster get?

The Cape Lobster grows to about 12.9 cm.

Cape Lobster

Homarinus capensis

Group: Lobster
Typical depth: 20–40 m
Max size: 12.9 cm
IUCN status: DD

A small, rare lobster of South African shores, it shelters in rock pools and shallow coastal water between about twenty and forty metres. It grows only to a hand's length, and so few have ever been found that scientists list it as data deficient.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Arthropoda › Malacostraca › Decapoda › Nephropidae › Homarinus

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 246318.

FAQ

How deep does the Cape Lobster live?: The Cape Lobster (Homarinus capensis) is typically found at 20–40 m.
How big does the Cape Lobster get?: The Cape Lobster grows to about 12.9 cm.