8.4.1. Panulirus homarus

Unit 8 - Taxonomy of lobsters

8.4.1. Panulirus homarus - Scalloped spiny lobster

  • Abdominal segments with anterior margin of transverse groove scalloped.
  • Antennal plate with 2 pairs of large spines and a few spinules.
  • Legs with inconspicuous, irregular spots and short stripes.
  • Body with dark greenish to blackish with numerous, very small, white spots without transverse bands.
  • White and greenish bands present in antennules.

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