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Panulirus elephas |
Distribution |
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Common spiny lobster |
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Europaïsche Languste |
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Langoest |
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Langouste européenne |
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Langosta |
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Aragosta |
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The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean |
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Substrate and environment |
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Exclusively a marine species
The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally motionless in its environment
The species is found in a sheltered zone
The species can be found between 5 and 150 Meters.
Uncommon Species
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Environment and movement of the nocturnal species |
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The species is generally observed in seagrass among algae or phanerogams.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
The animal hunts at night
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General behaviour of the species |
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The species is territorial Species generally living in a group
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard
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General characteristics of the species |
Maximum size : 50 cm
Maximum age known : 20 year(s)
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.Diet : Echinoderms - Mollusks - Carrion
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Relationship with humans |
The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food.
-Sport or local fishing.
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