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Panulirus versicolor |
Distribution |
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Painted spiny lobster |
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Schmuck-languste |
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Gevlekte langoest |
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Langouste tachetée ; Langouste peinte |
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Langosta espinosa purpura |
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Aragosta variopinta |
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The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean |
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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 1 and 50 Meters.
Uncommon Species
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Environment and movement of the nocturnal species |
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The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
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
Imitates a rock or a coral. The animal is fearful of the diver
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General characteristics of the species |
Maximum size : 40 cm
Maximum age known : 10 year(s)
The animal is mostly a carrion eater.
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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) :
- Aquarium enthusiasts.
- Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food.
-Sport or local fishing.
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The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance! |
