Double Spined Lobster
Panulirus penicillatus
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Quick Facts
Scientific namePanulirus penicillatus
Other namesVariegated Crayfish, Tufted Spiny Lobster, Socorro Spiny Lobster, Pronghorn Spiny Lobster, Golden Rock Lobster, Coral Cray
SizeUp to 40 cm (16 in)
WeightUp to 3 kg (6.61 lb)
FamilyCrustaceans / Palinuridae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionShallower coastal waters amongst rocky areas & reef on slopes in holes, caves, crevices & under ledges
Depth Range0 - 16 m (52 ft)
