Eastern Rock Lobster
Jasus verreauxi
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameJasus verreauxi
Other namesGreen Crayfish, Green Rock Lobster, Marine Crayfish, NSW Spiny Lobster, Packhorse Crayfish, Sea Crayfish, Smooth Tailed Crayfish, Sydney Crayfish
SizeUp to 60 cm (23.6 in)
WeightOver 8 kg (17.6 lb)
FamilyCrustaceans / Palinuridae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal to deep ocean waters in weed & kelp beds to rocky & reef areas in holes, crevices & under ledges
Depth Range0 - 200 m (656 ft)
