Australian Spiny Lobster [Panulirus cygnus]
Description
This species is a striking sight on reefs and rocky bottoms, with long spines and powerful antennae that sweep as it navigates. Divers may notice it sheltering in burrows or under overhangs, then making cautious movements when the area is quiet.
Where To See Australian Spiny Lobster
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Crabs, Lobsters & Shrimp
Malacostraca
|
| Order |
Decapods
Decapoda
|
| Family |
Spiny Lobsters
Palinuridae
|
| Genus |
Panulirus
Panulirus
|
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