Ornate Rock Lobster

Panulirus ornatus
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Quick Facts

Scientific name Panulirus ornatus
Other names Tropical Rock Lobster, Ornate Spiny Lobster, Ornate Tropical Rock Lobster
Size Up to 50 cm (19.68 in)
Weight Under 1.5 kg (3.3 lb)

Distribution

Habitat & AU Distribution Shallow coastal waters amongst sandy, muddy & rocky areas along with seagrass areas & coral reefs
Depth Range 0 - 50 m (164 ft)
Ornate Rock Lobster Distribution