european lobster
| Scientific name | Homarus gammarus |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Linnaeus |
| Year of description | 1758 |
| IUCN category | LC |
| Family | Nephropidae |
| Genus | Homarus |
Introduction
Homarus gammarus, commonly known as european lobster, is a salt water crustacea.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size40 cm
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Maximum size65 cm
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Longevity80 year
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Mimicryrocky bottoms
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Average size40 cm
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Maximum size65 cm
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Longevity80 year
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Mimicryrocky bottoms
How to recognize the european lobster ?
The european lobster measures between 40 and 65 cm. this crustacea is bicolore with a predominantly bleu and orange body.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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Sociabilitysolitary
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territorialNo
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VenomousNo
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Way of livingnocturnal
Like all crustaceans, The european lobster molts whenever it becomes cramped in its shell. Before the hardening of its new body, it is more vulnerable and spends a good part of its time hidden. This mechanism, very complex, allows the periodic renewal of the exoskeleton and part of the internal skeleton. It is also during the moult that the females become fertile.
The european lobster is a crustacea solitary naturally found on the bottom. This species is omnivorous with carnivorous tendency . this crustacea lives mainly at night. Usually, it leaves its hiding place and starts to be active once it gets dark.
Although the european lobster is non-territorial, it is sometimes aggressive towards other species. In a constant quest for dominance, the dominant males of this species cannot stand each other. The battle between two individuals can be intense and violent. It will result in the submission and sometimes even death of one of the protagonists.
Reproduction
this crustacea protects its eggs from nearby predators.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
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What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Depth0 - 150 m
Biotope presentation
The european lobster is most often found at a depth between 0m and 150m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
This species lives in decaying vegetation (branches, leaves) in low current areas.
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