Lobster & Pistol Shrimp-Like Reef Crustaceans (Enoplometopid Lobsters) [Enoplometopidae]

Description

Enoplometopidae are small, reef-dwelling lobsters that typically shelter in caves, overhangs, and rocky crevices. Divers often notice them as colorful, alert crustaceans that emerge cautiously to forage, then quickly back into their hiding spots. They’re a treat to see because they’re reclusive and tend to stay close to their chosen shelter.

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