Balmain Bug
Ibacus peronii
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameIbacus peronii
Other namesButterfly Fan Lobster
SizeUp to 10 cm (4 in) Carapace
WeightUp to .20 kg (.44 lb)
FamilyCrustaceans / Scyllaridae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal to deep ocean waters amongst silty, sandy & muddy areas
Depth Range20 - 450 m (65 - 1,476 ft)
