Ornate Rock LobsterPanulirus ornatus
Found at depths of 1-50m on rock bottoms of coral reefs, this brightly coloured spiny lobster has a cream to white body finished in vibrant greens and blues and a dark tail with white spots. The antennae is purple and the legs are white with black bands. They are often solitary or found in pairs under crevices or rocks during the day venturing out at night to feed. Size: 50 cm in length (Maximum) Diet: Crustaceans, Mollusks, Worms & Carrion |
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