Spiny Lobster (Palinurus elephas) - Marine Species Profile & Facts #2140593 (License: Personal Use)

This image features a mature spiny lobster (Palinurus elephas), notable for its dark reddish-brown carapace covered in fine tubercles, elongated antennae, and robust walking legs. Its tail fan displays subtle orange hues, and the absence of large claws distinguishes it from true lobsters. The specimen is positioned laterally to highlight anatomical features critical for taxonomy and fisheries management.

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